Sharad Purnima 2025: Moon Energy, Puja Vidhi & Benefits

Discover how to absorb the moon’s divine energy on Sharad Purnima 2025. Learn the puja vidhi, kheer ritual, Ayurveda insights, and guidance by Sakshi Shree.

The Divine Full Moon: Understanding the Power of Sharad Purnima

Among all the full moons of the year, Sharad Purnima holds a unique spiritual significance. It is believed that on this night, the moon shines with its brightest and most nourishing energy. In India, people observe this occasion with devotion—preparing kheer, performing Lakshmi Puja, and spending time in the calming light of the full moon.

According to Sadguru Sakshi Shree, Sharad Purnima is not just a festival but an opportunity to align ourselves with nature’s divine rhythm and absorb cosmic energy that nourishes both body and soul.

In 2025, Sharad Purnima falls on Monday, 6 October. The Purnima tithi begins at 6:49 AM (Oct 6) and ends at 4:39 AM (Oct 7). The moonrise will be around 7:40 PM IST (check your city-specific timing).

Why is Sharad Purnima Special?

• On this night, the moon is closest to the Earth and shines with its full brilliance.
  

• Ayurveda describes this moonlight as Saumya (cooling and healing), balancing the body’s pitta (heat) and calming the mind.
  

• Scriptures associate Sharad Purnima with Goddess Lakshmi, who blesses devotees with prosperity and abundance when they remain awake and devotional.
  

• In Braj, it is celebrated as Raas Purnima, when Lord Krishna is said to have performed the divine Raas Leela with the Gopis.
  

The Science Behind Moon Energy

While tradition tells us about divine blessings, science too offers insights:

• Moonlight on Sharad Purnima has a cooling wavelength that soothes the nervous system.

• The practice of keeping milk or kheer under the moonlight is believed to enrich it with subtle lunar energy, making it lighter and more digestible.
  

• Spending time in moonlight can help reduce stress, induce calmness, and improve sleep cycles.
  

How to Absorb the Moon’s Divine Energy

1. Prepare Spiritually

• Begin with a simple Lakshmi Puja at home—light a lamp, offer flowers, chant mantras.

  Sit in silence or meditate, invoking blessings for inner peace and prosperity.

2. Keep Kheer in Moonlight

• Cook kheer (milk and rice pudding) and place it under the open sky, ensuring it receives direct moonlight.
  

• Cover it lightly with a clean muslin cloth to protect from dust or insects.
  

• After midnight, distribute it among family and neighbours as prasadam.

3. Practice Moon Meditation

• Sit quietly under the moonlight, close your eyes, and breathe deeply.
  

• Visualise the moon’s rays entering your mind and heart, washing away stress and negativity.
  

• Chant “Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah” or simply repeat “Om” to attune yourself with divine vibrations.

4. Observe the Kojagari Vrat

• In Bengal, Odisha, and Assam, this night is celebrated as Kojagari Lakshmi Puja. Devotees stay awake, singing hymns and offering bhog to Goddess Lakshmi.
  

• The belief is that the Goddess asks: “Ko jagarti?” (“Who is awake?”) and blesses those who remain devoted through the night.
  

Regional Traditions of Sharad Purnima

• North India: Worship of Goddess Lakshmi, moon bathing, and kheer rituals.
  

• West Bengal & Assam: Kojagari Lakshmi Puja with elaborate bhog offerings.
  

• Vrindavan & Gujarat: Known as Sharad Poonam or Raas Purnima, marked with devotional dance, garba, and Krishna Leela celebrations.
  

FAQs

1. When is Sharad Purnima in 2025?

Sharad Purnima falls on Monday, 6 October 2025. The tithi lasts till early morning on 7 October.

2. What time should we keep the kheer outside?

Traditionally, after moonrise (around 7:40 PM) until midnight is considered ideal. Keep it for at least 30–60 minutes.

3. Why do we eat kheer on this day?

Kheer absorbs the cooling essence of moonlight, symbolising prosperity and balance. It is distributed as prasadam to the family and the community.

4. Do we need to stay awake the whole night?

Yes, many devotees observe Jagran (night vigil) with bhajans and meditation. But the essence lies in staying conscious and devotional, not just awake.

5. Is it safe to eat moonlight kheer?

Yes—ensure it is covered properly with a clean cloth to avoid dust or insects, and consume the same night for freshness.

Conclusion – Sakshi Shree’s Message

Sharad Purnima reminds us that nature’s blessings are available to everyone open to receiving them. By spending time in meditation, sharing prasadam, and attuning to the moon’s gentle rays, we align with the divine flow of abundance and peace.

As Sakshi Shree guides: “The moon’s light is not just physical—it is a reflection of the divine consciousness that nourishes all life. On Sharad Purnima, open your heart to absorb this light, and let it awaken inner joy, healing, and fulfilment.”