Purnima Dates 2027
पूर्णिमा व्रत सूची
All 12 Purnima (full moon) dates · Significance, puja vidhi and timings
🌕 What is Purnima?
Purnima (पूर्णिमा) is the full moon day — the 15th tithi of Shukla Paksha. It occurs once every lunar month and is considered highly auspicious in Sanatan Dharma. Holy dip in rivers, Satyanarayan puja, fasting, and charitable acts on Purnima yield immense spiritual merit. The moon at its fullest represents completeness, fulfilment and divine grace.
In 2027, there are 12 Purnimas. The next Purnima is Kartik Purnima / Dev Deepawali on Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
📅 All 12 Purnima Dates — 2027
🌙 Why Purnima is Spiritually Powerful
In Sanatan Dharma, the moon governs the human mind (manas). On Purnima, when the moon reaches its fullest state, emotional and mental energies become more active. This makes meditation, mantra chanting and spiritual practices more effective. Ancient sages considered this day ideal for inner purification, reflection and devotion.
The ocean's tides respond to the full moon — and since the human body is largely water, Purnima similarly amplifies inner energy. Fasting on this day helps the digestive system rest, the mind becomes calmer, and spiritual practices yield deeper results.
🪔 What to Do on Purnima
- 🌅 Wake up before sunrise (Brahma Muhurta)
- 🏊 Holy dip in river, lake or sea
- ☀️ Offer Arghya (water) to the Sun
- 🛕 Visit temple — Vishnu, Shiva or local deity
- 🌕 Moon darshan at moonrise
- 🪔 Satyanarayan Puja with family
- 🍚 Offer kheer (rice pudding) to the moon
- 🤲 Donate food, clothes or money to the needy
🌟 Important Purnima Observances
Each Purnima carries unique spiritual significance. Some are dedicated to specific deities, others are sacred for ancestors or teachers.