Devotees perform Ganga Snan Deepdaan and charity on Kartik Purnima for peace and prosperity
Kartik Purnima is one of the most sacred full moon days in the Hindu calendar. In 2025, Kartik Purnima will fall on Wednesday 5 November 2025. As per Panchang projections, the Purnima Tithi will begin at 10:36 PM on 4 November 2025 and will end at 6:48 PM on 5 November 2025. The moonrise on Kartik Purnima day will be at around 5:11 PM on 5 November.
Dev Deepawali celebrations
The night of Kartik Purnima is also celebrated as Dev Deepawali with grand ceremonies especially in Varanasi. It is believed that on this day the Gods descend on Earth and light lamps to celebrate Lord Shiva’s victory over demon Tripurasura. Every year on this night lakhs of lamps are lit on the ghats of the Ganga giving Kashi a divine view.
Deepdaan Snan and Daan rituals
On the morning of Kartik Purnima taking a holy bath during Brahma Muhurat is considered extremely auspicious. It is believed that Ganga snan during Kartik month gives punya equal to thousands of yagyas.
After sunset Deepdaan is performed by lighting diyas in homes temples and also by floating lamps in rivers. Donations like food grains clothes jaggery ghee oil rice and blankets are offered. Feeding the poor or Brahmins is considered very auspicious on this day.
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Spiritual and religious importance of this day
Kartik Purnima marks the end of the most sacred month in the Hindu calendar. According to belief this is also the period when Lord Vishnu completes his four month cosmic sleep known as Chaturmas. It is said that any spiritual practice done on this day gives multiplied results.
History connected to Kartik Purnima
Ancient texts mention that Lord Shiva killed the demon Tripurasura on this day which is the reason behind Dev Deepawali. Some Puranas also mention that Lord Vishnu revealed his Vishwaroop to the Devas on this date. Kartik Purnima is also historically important as many times Guru Nanak Jayanti coincides with this day depending on the year.
Who should observe Kartik Purnima rituals
People who want peace relief from stress and obstacles or want spiritual upliftment are advised to observe Kartik Purnima rituals. Even simple diya lighting small donations and basic prayers on this day are believed to bring great blessings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the date of Kartik Purnima in 2025?
Kartik Purnima 2025 will be observed on Wednesday 5 November.
Q2. What are the exact tithi timings of Kartik Purnima 2025?
The tithi begins at 10:36 PM on 4 November and ends at 6:48 PM on 5 November.
Q3. What time is best for Ganga snan on Kartik Purnima?
Brahma Muhurat early morning before sunrise is considered the most auspicious time for holy bath.
Q4. What items are best to donate on this day?
Food ghee oil jaggery rice blankets clothes and feeding the needy are considered most beneficial donations.
Q5. Is fasting compulsory on Kartik Purnima?
Fasting is optional but spiritual acts like diya lighting charity and prayers are believed to give high punya even if one does not fast.
