Why is Sharad Purnima called Kojagiri Purnima? Know the beliefs, importance and religious stories related to it
Sharad Purnima : Today is Sharad Purnima which is also known as “Kojagiri Purnima”. According to the Hindu calendar, this festival is celebrated on the full moon day of Ashwin month which usually falls in the month of October. In this festival the moon is worshiped at night. It is believed that the moon’s rays are special on this night and help in bringing health and prosperity. as well as this It is also associated with the worship of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth.
There is a tradition of keeping kheer in the light of the moon tonight. This tradition is also considered important from religious, cultural and scientific point of view. After keeping the kheer under the moonlight overnight, it is consumed as prasad. It is believed that on this night the light of the moon has unique power and that light also enriches the kheer, eating which brings health and auspiciousness.
Sharad Purnima’s Religious Importance
Sharad Purnima is considered the day of worship of Moon and Goddess Lakshmi. According to religious belief, on this day Goddess Lakshmi was born from the churning of the ocean, hence it is considered a wealth-giving date. On this day, Goddess Lakshmi roams around the earth and devotees believe that those who stay awake and worship her on this night, Goddess Lakshmi showers her blessings on them and grants them wealth and prosperity. That is why people stay awake the whole night and worship with reverence and devotion to welcome Goddess Lakshmi.
On this special occasion people worship the moon at night, offer kheer and collectively enjoy the day with their family and friends. Sharad Purnima not only holds spiritual significance, but it is also the center of social and cultural activities. It is believed that on the night of Sharad Purnima, the moon is complete in its sixteen phases. According to Vedic literature, the moon is considered a symbol of coolness and peace. Its rays have nectar-like energy especially on this day.
Why is it called Kojagiri Purnima
The main reason why Sharad Purnima is called Kojagiri Purnima is related to its cultural and religious significance. “Kojagiri” is made up of two Sanskrit words – “ko” (who) and “jagriti” (the one who awakens). On this festival, people stay awake at night and welcome Goddess Lakshmi, that is why it is called the waking festival i.e. Kojagiri. On this night, special worship of Goddess Lakshmi is done. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi roams the earth on this day, and those who stay awake and worship her on this night are blessed with prosperity and fortune. Especially in Maharashtra, the festival of Kojagiri Purnima is celebrated with great pomp. People stay up all night listening to stories, dancing and celebrating with each other. Thus, calling Sharad Purnima as Kojagiri Purnima reflects the awareness of this day, the worship of Goddess Lakshmi and the attribute of the moon.
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There is a tradition of keeping kheer in the moonlight on the night of Sharad Purnima. It is believed that the rays of the moon on the night of Sharad Purnima have special medicinal properties. When kheer is kept in these rays, it becomes like nectar, which is beneficial for health. Next day this kheer is consumed as prasad. If we look at it according to Ayurveda, the bile tendency of the body is more in autumn. In this season, consumption of cold and milky foods is beneficial for the balance of the body. Kheer, especially when kept in the rays of the moon, provides coolness and freshness to the body.
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- moon And Goddess Laxmi of Story: Many mythological and religious stories are associated with Sharad Purnima. According to a legend, on the night of Sharad Purnima, the moon is perfect in its sixteen phases and its rays rain nectar. Goddess Lakshmi blesses the devotees who keep vigil on this night with wealth and grains.
- King Kojagar And Goddess Laxmi of Story: Another famous legend says that in ancient times there was a king who was in financial crisis. A sage suggested him to awaken Goddess Lakshmi on the night of Sharad Purnima. The king did so, and Goddess Lakshmi was pleased and improved his financial condition.
Spiritual Importance
The worship of the moon on the night of Sharad Purnima, the tradition of keeping kheer and the worship of Goddess Lakshmi are also important from the religious and spiritual point of view. This tradition is also considered beneficial for health from scientific and Ayurvedic point of view. The day of Sharad Purnima is also important from spiritual point of view. It is considered an appropriate time to meditate and attain mental peace. On this night, the peace of nature and coolness of the moon provide an ideal environment for meditation and sadhana.
