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 Purnima Tithi Begins: July 09, 11:29 AM 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? 

Hinduism: Honoring Maharishi Veda Vyasa Buddhism: Lord Buddha's first sermon to his disciple 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 

Guru Puja & Bhajan Sharing offerings & sweet 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?