By Sushant Agarwal
Published on | Jul 10, 2025
Guru Purnima is a Hindu festival to honour Gurus and mentors — a day to thank those who guide us from ignorance to knowledge.
Guru Purnima falls on July 10, 2025. Purnima Tithi: July 10, 1:36 AM – July 11, 2:06 AM. Moonrise: 7:20 PM.
Guru Purnima also marks the birth of sage Ved Vyas, author of the Mahabharata, whose wisdom shaped Hindu philosophy and tradition.
A Guru dispels darkness and illusion, guiding us with truth, clarity, and righteousness on the path of self-awareness.
If you don’t have a spiritual Guru, look to your parents. They are your first teachers—nurturing you, shaping values, and guiding you with love.
On Guru Purnima, devotees pray to the Sun, offer gratitude to Gurus, worship Ganesha, and take part in rituals like hawan and temple visits.
On Guru Purnima, people thank Gurus and parents with gifts like clothes, sweets, and dakshina to honour their love and guidance.
Devotees chant mantras like “Om Gan Ganpataye Namah” and “Om Gram Greem Grom Saha Guruve Namah” to seek wisdom and honour their Guru.
Verses like “Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu…” and “Guru Gobind dou khade…” reflect the Guru’s divine role in guiding both worldly and spiritual life.
Guru Purnima isn’t just a ritual—it’s a tribute to those whose wisdom lights our path. Take a moment to thank your guiding lights today.