Guru Purnima 2025: Date, Timings, History & Significance
9th july 2025
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Guru Purnima is the day to honor our spiritual, academic, and life mentors.
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Know when it will be celebrated in 2025, the deep cultural history behind it,
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and why it's one of the most sacred festivals in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions.
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Honoring the guiding light in our lives — our Gurus
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Date: Sunday, July 10, 2025
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Purnima Tithi Begins: July 09, 11:29 AM
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Purnima Tithi Ends: July 10, 08:54 AM
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Guru Purnima 2025 Date & Timings
A festival to revere spiritual & academic teachers. "Guru" = one who dispels darkness (ignorance).
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What is Guru Purnima?
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Hinduism: Honoring Maharishi Veda Vyasa
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Buddhism: Lord Buddha's first sermon to his disciple
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Jainism: Mahavira’s discipleship
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Its Roots in Indian Traditions:
The Guru connects us to higher knowledge and the divine. This day enhances learning, discipline, and gratitude.
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Spiritual Significance
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Guru Puja & Bhajan
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Sharing offerings & sweet
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Visiting ashrams or writing gratitude notes to teacher
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How is it Celebrated?
Today, a guru can be anyone — a teacher, mentor, parent, even a friend who shows you the right path.
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Modern Meaning of Guru
Share this story with your teacher or mentor!
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Who is the Guru in your life?