Sharad Purnima Celebrated Today: Rituals and Timing Explained
New Delhi, October 25: Today, October 25, 2026, marks the celebration of Sharad Purnima, a festival of great religious significance. On this auspicious day, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi and the moon. A traditional practice involves preparing kheer (a rice pudding) and placing it under the moonlight. This year, the full moon coincides with the Revati Nakshatra and a change in the moon’s zodiac sign.
The full moon phase begins after the Chaturdashi Tithi, which lasts until the morning of October 26. The rituals are typically performed at night, making it appropriate to celebrate Sharad Purnima today.
The Revati Nakshatra will prevail until the evening, followed by the Ashwini Nakshatra. The moon will transit from Pisces to Aries during the day.
For today, sunrise is at approximately 6:28 AM and sunset at 5:42 PM, with the moon rising around 4:56 PM. These timings are based on New Delhi, and there may be slight variations in other locations.
The auspicious time for worship, known as Abhijit Muhurat, is from 11:43 AM to 12:28 PM, considered ideal for starting new ventures.
Today, Rahukal, a period deemed inauspicious for beginning new activities, will occur from 4:18 PM to 5:42 PM.
As part of the Sharad Purnima tradition, kheer is placed outside to absorb the moon’s rays, believed to be particularly potent on this night. Devotees can place the kheer under the moonlight after the moonrise and the worship ritual.
In summary, today is a day filled with spiritual significance, rituals, and the promise of prosperity as families come together to celebrate Sharad Purnima.
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