All Reasons Why Kartik Purnima Is So Auspicious

Lord Vishnu Took The Matsya Form

As per one more legend, on the day of Kartik Purnima, Lord Vishnu incarnated as Matsya (or fish) and saved Manu (who was the first man to be alive after the Maha Pralay). This is also a reason why Kartik Purnima is so auspicious.

Kartik Purnima Also Known As Tripuri Purnima

Kartik Purnima is also popularly known as "Diwali of the Gods". It is also well known as "Tripuri Purnima" because Lord Shiva defeated the Tripuri demons on this auspicious day. On this promising day, thousands of devotees visit shrines, bathe in rivers and illuminate lamps.

On this day, Lord Shiva vanquished the Tripuri demons and, hence, people also call it "Tripuri Purnima". It is believed that this is the most favourable day to please Lord Shiva.

Rituals Of Kartik Purnima

There is a plethora of rituals that need to be followed, in order to value the importance of Kartik Purnima, such as the following:

1.You must wake up before the sun rises and offer your daily prayers.

2.There is a significance of taking a bath in the holy Ganga river.

3.You must recite the name of God or sing a bhajan or a mantra.

4.Offer your prayers to Goddess Tulsi and Lord Vishnu and light lamps before them in the evening.

5.Don't eat anything throughout the day; eat only in the evening after having worshipped the stars.

6.Donate food or clothes to the needy and give "Dakshina" to the priests or Brahmins.

7.Make sure to visit the temples every Monday to offer prayers and perform other spiritual activities.

Fairs Celebrated During Kartik Purnima

There are a number of fairs that are celebrated during Kartik Purnima in different states of India. In Rajasthan, the largest fair known as the "Pushkar Mela" is held in the town of Pushkar. The Pushkar fair is dedicated to Lord Brahma, and in this fair a large number of livestock is put up for sale. In Andhra Pradesh, people celebrate Anantagiri Jathara on the day of Kartik Purnima. Another big fair that is celebrated during this time is the "Kapal Mochan Mela".

Guru Nanak Jayanthi Is Also Celebrated

The birth of Guru Nanak also coincides with Kartik Purnima and that is why it is auspicious for the Sikh devotees as well.

Lord Mahavir Is Also Worshipped

In Jainism, there is a special importance of Kartik Purnima. During this month the Jain followers (or Jains) offer their prayers to Lord Mahavir.

Benefits Of Ashvamedha Yagya

On this day, it is said that it is good if you fast, in order to get rid of all your sins.
The prayers offered to the God, fasts done and donations made during Kartik Purnima give you the same benefits as that of Ashwamedha Yagya.