Guru Purnima
Sun, 18 July 2027
Happy Guru Purnima! Gratitude to every teacher who lit the lamp of knowledge in our lives.
Significance
Ashadha Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) honours Maharshi Ved Vyasa and all gurus and teachers.
Traditional rituals
- Guru puja and seeking blessings
- Reading scriptures
- Gratitude to teachers and parents
Do's
- Offer respect to your guru or teachers; read or listen to spiritual texts. Scriptural tradition
- Thank mentors, parents and anyone who taught you. Lifestyle & wellbeing
Don'ts
- Don't let the day pass without a moment of gratitude. Lifestyle & wellbeing
Ayurvedic connection
In Ayurveda, the teacher–student tradition (Guru–Shishya parampara) preserved the Samhitas; it is a good day to begin learning about healthy routine.
Mantraगुरुर्ब्रह्मा गुरुर्विष्णुः गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः
Dates follow sunrise-based Panchang for the selected city. Regional calendars may differ by a day — follow your family or temple tradition.