On June 22nd, 2024, the festival of
Jyestha Purnima
will be celebrated across India. On this full moon day, the Moon will be in the fiery sign of Sagittarius, and the Sun will be in airy Gemini. According to the Hindu Calendar, any auspicious work or new venture started during this period will yield success and prosperity.
Jyeshtha Purnima is a festival observed by farmers as the starting point of the new agricultural year.
Those who are already married go for blessings for a happy marriage, while those who are still single pray for the right mate. People who follow Hinduism celebrate this day by performing Pujas, reciting Mantras, and offering prayers to the Gods and Goddesses like Lord Vishnu,
Goddess Lakshmi
, and Lord Jagannath.
Astrological Importance
The full moon night in the month of Jyeshtha is of great importance in astrology because it is regarded as one of the most favourable days to start new activities, conduct pious ceremonies, and pray for success in all spheres of life. In
Hindu astrology
, the full moon in the month of Jyeshtha is considered highly auspicious and effective.
The Moon in Sagittarius is considered the most fortunate time for starting new ventures, businesses, or projects. Many people think any business started during this period will be prosperous and grow as the stars are aligned to encourage success.
Moreover, Jyeshtha Purnima is believed to be highly favourable for performing sacred activities like yagnas (fire rituals), pujas (worship ceremonies), and havan (sacrificial offerings). Such rituals are thought to call upon the gods, cleanse the area and bring good energies into people's lives.
Importance for Career
Jyeshtha Purnima is considered a favourable time to start a new business, introduce new products into the market, or start a new job. Any business that starts during this period will be prosperous and successful. This day is also a good day for employers to consider giving promotions or increments to employees. People who want a promotion or a new job can also conduct rituals and pray to the gods to be successful.
Employed people can also use this time to establish new career goals and undertake complex tasks. Jyeshtha Purnima brings with it the energy conducive to hard work, dedication, and perseverance, which in turn leads to career success.
Importance for Finance
Investing, acquiring property, or engaging in other financial activities during this period is best. This is because it is a tradition to perform any type of financial transaction or investment during Jyeshtha Purnima, with the belief that it will bring in more profits and prosperity. People can pray to the divine power, like the Goddess of wealth, Lakshmi, or the God of wealth, Kubera, for wealth and financial security.
People with financial problems or debts can also perform rituals and chant mantras to bring positive energy into their lives and eliminate the problem. It is also a good time to review financial strategies, plans, and goals and make new decisions that will help in the future.
Importance of Love and Relationships
Jyeshtha Purnima is an auspicious time to pray for a happy married life or to find a perfect life partner. Young couples, especially those who are married, may conduct ceremonies that would help them foster their relationship and ask for blessings that their marriage will be happy, loving, and full of understanding.
Cohabiting individuals can pray to Gods such as Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi for help in finding their significant others. During this auspicious period, they can also attend marriage-related fairs or seek help from elders and well-wishers.
For those in a committed relationship, Jyeshtha Purnima is the right occasion to redecorate the relationship, express appreciation for each other, and find ways of solving any existing conflicts.
Importance for Family
This auspicious occasion is the right time to return to the roots and seek the blessings of the family for a prosperous future. Most families come together to celebrate, perform traditional ceremonies, or participate in certain activities since it is believed to enhance family cohesiveness and harmony.
People can offer puja or havan at their homes, praying for the safety and well-being of their family members with the help of deities like Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. They can also pray to God to solve any problems or disagreements that may exist in the family and make the necessary changes to enhance the relationships.
Importance for Health
In Vedic astrology, Jyeshtha Purnima is considered auspicious for healing practices, seeking blessings for good health, and performing rituals to protect from diseases or evil spirits. Some people may decide to begin new health programs, eat better, or go for checkups on this day because it is said to help boost the efficiency of such activities.
People with chronic diseases or health problems can conduct specific rituals, recite prayers, or ask for a blessing from a god, such as Dhanvantari, the god of medicine. Engaging in yoga, meditation and other practices that are good for the soul is also important.
Remedies
Reciting Gayatri Mantra, Vishnu Sahasranama is advised during Jyeshtha Purnima. These mantras bring blessings and ward off evil spirits or bad energies. Further, the Gayatri Mantra is one of the most revered mantras in Hinduism and is regarded as powerful. It is a prayer to the divine light of wisdom and is considered to endow knowledge, strength, and spiritual light on the devoted chanter.
According to Vastu Shastra, certain rites, known as Vastu rituals, like Vastu Pujan or Vastu Shanti, can be performed on Jyeshtha Purnima. These rituals are said to produce positive energy in one’s home or workplace, thus leading to prosperity, peace, and health.
Pious activities like feeding the poor or giving away clothes or money to the needy on Jyeshtha Purnima are regarded as highly meritorious.
In addition, wearing a yellow or saffron-coloured dress is also good for Jyeshtha Purnima. These colours are dedicated to Lord Vishnu and denote knowledge, purity, and spiritual illumination. They help to draw in good luck.
Satya Narayana Puja is a puja performed by Lord Vishnu. It involves the devotees telling and listening to the story of Satya Narayana. This ritual is considered to bring blessings for one's desires, protection from hindrances, and general welfare.
