Kojagari Paurnima

Marathi

Also known as: Sharad Purnima, Kojagiri Purnima

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Kojagari Paurnima

About Kojagari Paurnima

Kojagari Paurnima falls on the full moon day in the month of Ashwin (September-October). It is celebrated as the night when Goddess Lakshmi comes down to earth.

Devotees stay awake through the night, playing games and singing devotional songs. The word 'Kojagari' means 'who is awake?'

In Maharashtra, families gather on rooftops or in courtyards, enjoying the moonlight and seeking Goddess Lakshmi's blessings.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees stay awake through the night seeking Goddess Lakshmi's blessings.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Stay awake through the night (Kojagari).
Play traditional games and sing devotional songs.
Offer kheer (rice pudding) to the Moon.
Seek Goddess Lakshmi's blessings for prosperity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Kojagari?

Kojagari means 'who is awake?'. On this night, Goddess Lakshmi asks 'Who is awake?' and blesses those who stay awake to receive her grace.

Q: Why is kheer offered to the Moon?

Offering kheer to the full Moon on Sharad Purnima is believed to bring prosperity and good health. The moonlight is believed to have healing properties.

Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).

Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.