Guru Purnima 2025: Wishes, Rituals & Latest News

Guru Purnima, the sacred day to honor spiritual and academic mentors, arrives on July 10, 2025. Celebrated on the full moon (Purnima) of Ashadha month, this day venerates Ved Vyasa (compiler of the Vedas) and the timeless guru-shishya tradition. In 2025, it coincides with a major spiritual event at Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhnath Temple, amplifying its significance.

Guru Purnima 2025 Date & Shubh Muhurat

• Date: July 10, 2025 (Thursday)
• Purnima Tithi Begins: July 9, 10:42 PM
• Purnima Tithi Ends: July 10, 8:21 PM
  Best time for puja: Early morning (5 AM–8 AM)

Puja Vidhi: How to Worship Correctly

Follow these steps for blessings:

1. Purify: Bathe at sunrise, wear clean/yellow clothes.
2. Offerings: Light a diya, offer flowers/fruits to your guru/Vyasa idol.
3. Chant: Recite the Guru Mantra:
   “Gurur Brahma, Gurur Vishnu, Gurur Devo Maheshwarah…”
4. Seva: Serve your guru or donate to educators/students.

5 Mistakes to Avoid (AajTak Report)

1. Disrespecting Gurus: Never argue with or ignore your guru’s guidance.
2. Tamasic Food: Avoid non-vegetarian food, alcohol, or onions/garlic.
3. Neglecting Charity: Refusing to donate (books, food, dakshina) brings negative karma.
4. Skipping Rituals: Incomplete puja negates blessings.
5. Angry Thoughts: Maintain mental purity—no grudges or ego (Source: AajTak).

 Heartfelt Guru Purnima Wishes

Share these messages to express gratitude:

• “Your wisdom lights my path. Happy Guru Purnima 2025!”
• “To my guiding star: May your blessings forever shine. 🙏”
• “On this Purnima, I bow to the guru in you. Thank you for transforming my life.”
• “Gratitude isn’t enough—here’s to honoring your legacy. Happy Guru Purnima!”

Latest News: Gorakhnath Temple Ram Katha Event

Gorakhnath Temple (Gorakhpur, UP) is hosting a 9-day Shri Ram Katha from July 5–13, 2025. The sixth day (July 10) coincides with Guru Purnima, where devotees honor Lord Ram as the divine guru. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the event, emphasizing Ram’s teachings as life’s ultimate guide (Source: Bhaskar).

Why Celebrate Guru Purnima?

Gurus embody the bridge between ignorance and enlightenment. By honoring them:

• You acknowledge their selfless contribution.
• Cosmic energies align to amplify spiritual growth.
• Traditions like Vyasa Puja preserve India’s knowledge heritage.

Conclusion

This Guru Purnima 2025 (July 10), perform puja during the shubh muhurat, avoid critical mistakes, and share heartfelt wishes. As the Gorakhnath Temple’s Ram Katha reminds us—guru bhakti isn’t ritual; it’s the soul’s evolution. Bow to your mentors, donate generously, and let their wisdom guide you.