According to Buddhism, Mahamati Gautama Buddha appeared on this day about two and a half thousand years ago. As his birth, Bodhilav, and Mahaprayana took place on the day of Vaishakhi Purnima, it is also known as ‘Buddha Purnima’.
Buddha Purnima or Baisakhi Purnima is the holiest festival of Buddhists. This auspicious festival is celebrated on the full moon day of the month of Vaishakh. The full moon day of Vaishakhi commemorates Buddha. On this auspicious date, Buddha was born, attained Bodhi or Siddhilaba, and attained Mahaparinirvana. On this day, Buddhists bathe, wear sanitary clothes and worship the Buddha in the temple. Devotees light many lamps in each temple, decorate the temple premises with garlands and immerse themselves in the worship of the Buddha.
Apart from this, the Buddhas perform Panchasheela, Ashtasheela, Sutrapatha, Sutrashravan, and Samaveda prayers on this day as well as Buddha Puja.
HISTORY OF BUDDHA PURNIMA
Buddha Purnima is the main religious festival of the Buddhist community. The day is known as ‘Buddha Purnima’ as three important events in the life of the great man Buddha took place on this full moon day of the month of Baisakh. Gautama Buddha was born on this day in 623 BC, on this day in 588 BC he achieved success in Sadhana and became known as Buddha in the world, and on this day in 543 BC he attained Mahaparinirvana. Buddhism was introduced to the world through Siddhartha’s Buddhahood.
According to Buddhist literature, when the bodhisattva in his previous birth was residing in the heaven named Santoshkumar, the gods asked him to take birth in the human race to find the path to the liberation of the world and the nirvana of gods and humans. At the behest of the deities, the Bodhisattva took Pratisandhi in his mother’s womb through dream yoga on an Asadhi Purnima and was born on the next auspicious Baisakhi Purnima. He was born in the open sky under the shade of the Sal trees of Lumbini Kanan. He had no distinction of caste, caste, and tribe.
He knew man as man and animal as animal and he deeply understood the suffering inherent in all living beings. So, he said ‘sabeva satta bhavantu sukhitatta’ may all beings in the world be happy. To awaken this consciousness and to know this ultimate truth, he left the world at the age of 29. While traveling in search of truth, he once went to Urubela (Buddha Gaya) in Gaya and engaged in meditation. He attained Samyak Sambuddha or Buddhahood after six long years of continuous sadhana. That day was also the full moon day of the month of Baisakh.
After attaining Buddhahood, Buddhadev discovered a way to get rid of all the sufferings of life called ‘Dharmachakra Mandhana Sutra’ for the liberation of living beings. In a theory known as Chaturaryastya, he explains the origin and cause of suffering in life and the way to get rid of it. This path to liberation is called the Arya Ashtangika Marg or the Eight Aryapaths.
For forty-five long years, he traveled to different parts of ancient India and preached his theology. He established a new ideology in the world by highlighting the liberation of all classes of people, king-subject, rich-poor, and noble-endy. At the age of eighty years, he attained Mahaparinirvana by taking his last breath in the Shalban of Kushinara Mallad on the banks of the Hiranyavati river.
WHY SHOULD PEOPLE CELEBRATE BUDDHA PURNIMA
Purnima Tithi is considered extremely auspicious in Hinduism. Gautama Buddha was born on the full moon of the month of Vaishakh, so this date is celebrated as Buddha Purnima.
According to scriptures, Maa Lakshmi arrives at the Ashwattha tree around 10 am on the full moon day. On this day in the morning, offering some sweets and drinking water from the Ashwattha tree, burning incense, worshiping Lakshmi, and inviting the goddess to her home are said in the scriptures.
Lord Mahadeva was pleased when he offered honey, raw milk, bel leaves, and fruits to Shivalinga on Buddha Purnima day.
On this day, white sandalwood mixed with saffron and applied to the Shivlinga removes family quarrels and disturbances.
On the day of Buddha Purnima, the entrance of the house must be decorated with Lampasas. It keeps the home environment clean.
Abstain from sexual intercourse on a full moon day for happy married life. Gambling, drinking, and consumption of tamasic things are prohibited on this day.
If these few rules are observed, the grace of Lakshmi will always shower upon the person.
HOW DO PEOPLE CELEBRATE BUDDHA PURNIMA
Buddha Purnima is an important festival in Hinduism and Buddhism culture. It is celebrated on the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha and is the annual festival of the Buddhist community. According to the Hindu calendar, Buddha Purnima is celebrated every year on the full moon day of the month of Baisakh. This year Buddha Purnima will be celebrated in May across the country. Lord Buddha founded Buddhism. He is also considered an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Let’s know more about this festival-
- Devotees of Lord Buddha get up early on this day and start celebrating his birth anniversary by taking a holy bath.
- Houses are cleaned on this day and holy water of the river Ganga is sprinkled around. The house is decorated with flowers and leaves.
- The swastika symbol is painted with turmeric, roli, and Ganges water at the entrance of the house, which is considered a sacred symbol for Hindus.
- Buddhist scriptures are recited, and followers of Buddhism visit Buddha Gaya on this day.
- Bodhi tree is worshipped.
- Colorful garlands are tied to the tree and devotees pour milk and water at the base of the tree.
Devotees believe that taking a bath early in the morning on the full moon day of the Buddha frees one from all sins.
On this day many do charity and meditation and feed those who are poor. Every year on this day many devotees from different parts of the world gather in Buddha Gaya.
BUDDHA PURNIMA QUOTES
Here are some Buddha Purnima quotes
Do not dwell in the past,
Do not dream of the future,
Concentrate the mind on the present moment
– Buddha
Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.
– Buddha
Health is the greatest gift, contentment is the greatest wealth, and faithfulness is the best relationship.
– Buddha
We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves.
– Buddha
BUDDHA PURNIMA MESSAGES
Every religious person has a special religious festival. Religious festivals appear at different times of the year in different ways in one’s religion. Similarly, Buddhist Purnima is a special event for Buddhists. Here are some Buddha Purnima Messages that people can Shear with their beloved –
- “Buddhang saranang gachami-Dhammang saranang gachami-Sanghang saranang gachami”May this mantra guide our lives on the auspicious advent day of Lord Buddha…Happy Buddha Purnima!
- You and your family for everyone Happy Buddha Purnima. Including many Love and best wishes. Happy Buddha Purnima.
- May Lord Buddha’s hand always be on your head, may happiness and prosperity be with you, may all your wishes be fulfilled. Happy Buddha Purnima.
- With the blessings of Lord Buddha. Your life is a success. And be filled with joy. Happy Buddha Purnima
BUDDHA PURNIMA WISHES
Buddha Purnima is said to be the biggest religious festival of Hindus and Buddhists. On this day they maintain a festive atmosphere. So, on this day they give different wishes to each other and try to express the greatness of this day. Below are some wishes:
- On this festive day, Lord Buddha is your life fill with joy, may peace be upon you, Happy Buddha Purnima.
- Forgetting the sorrows. Buddha in the joy of Purnima. May everyone’s heart be happy. Happy Buddha Purnima to all. Greetings and congratulations.
- The night is long for them who are awake. A mile is long to him who is weary. Life is long for fools who do not know the true law.
BUDDHA PURNIMA STATUS
This year Buddha Purnima will be celebrated in May across the country. On this day, Buddhists bathe, wear sanitary clothes and worship the Buddha in the temple. Devotees light many lamps in each temple, decorate the temple premises with garlands and immerse themselves in the worship of the Buddha. Here is some status share this on your social media accounts and celebrate this day with great enthusiasm.
- With the blessings of Lord Buddha. May happiness and peace be in your life forever, and all roads to success let’s open up for you. Happy Buddha Purnima.
- On this Buddha Purnima, the Blessings of Lord Buddha Fall on you. May your life be happy and peaceful. And be filled with joy. Happy Buddha Purnima.
FAQ ABOUT BUDDHA PURNIMA
Why is Buddha Purnima celebrated?
Mahamati Gautama Buddha appeared on this day about two and a half thousand years ago. As his birth, Bodhilav, and Mahaprayana took place on the day of Vaishakhi Purnima, it (Baishakhi Purnima) is also known as ‘Buddha Purnima’.
What is the month of Buddha Purnima?
May. Source-Wikipedia.
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