Kartik Purnima 2025: Kartik Purnima is considered very sacred and virtuous in Hinduism. Bathing in the Ganges, donating lamps, and observing a fast on this occasion are considered auspicious. It is believed that bathing in the Ganges on the full moon day of the Kartik month liberates one from all sins, purifies the soul, and progresses on the path to salvation. Worshipping Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva is considered especially important on this day.
What is the religious significance of bathing in the Ganges?
Bathing on the Ganges on Kartik Purnima is considered very sacred in Hinduism. It is believed that bathing in the Ganges on this occasion not only purifies the soul but also leads to salvation. Bathing in the Ganges water at this time also destroys all sins and brings auspiciousness to life.
It is said that bathing in holy rivers like the Ganges, Yamuna, or Godavari during Brahmamuhurta liberates one from the sins of past lives. Bathing on this day fills a person not only with physical but also with spiritual peace, balance, and devotion.
Belief is also linked to Lord Vishnu.
According to religious beliefs, Kartik Purnima is also associated with the Matsya avatar of Lord Vishnu. It is said that on this day, Lord Vishnu appeared in the form of Matsya and protected the Vedas from Manu during the deluge. He showed the path to re-establishing the universe.
Lord Vishnu’s Matsya avatar is considered the first of his 10 prominent incarnations. It symbolises the restoration of righteousness and the preservation of life. Consequently, worshipping Lord Vishnu, fasting, and bathing in the Ganges on Kartik Purnima are considered to be of special significance.