Purnima November 2025 is known as Kartik Purnima, Tripurari Purnima, Tripuri Purnima. Purnima November 2025 date is November 5. It is the Full Moon in Kartik Month.
Kartik Purnima marks the end of Kartik Month as per North Indian Hindi calendars. It also marks the end of Kartik Snana.
Dev Diwali, Deepotsavam, Ganga Mahotsav, Akasha Deepam and Jwala Thoranam are observed on this day in North Indian and South Indian states.
Purnima November 2025 Timings
Purnima begins at 10.36 PM on 4 November and ends at 6.48 PM on 5 November 2025.
Tulsi Vivah (Tulsi Shaligram Vivah) is the most observed ritual of Kartik Purnima. Devotees perform the celestial marriage of Tulsi plant (Goddess Lakshmi) with Amla Tree (Lord Vishnu). Kartik Purnima also marks the end of Bhishma Panchak Vrat which has begun on Prabhodini Ekadasi (Dev Utthana Ekadasi).
As per a legend, Lord Vishnu incarnated as Matsya Avatara on Kartik Purnima to protect Manu, the first man, from Maha Pralay (deluge).
Bhakteshwara Vratham is observed in Andhra Pradesh on Kartika Pournami. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Today’s – Festivals / Vratam / Pooja / Jayanthi – Kartik Purnima, Tripurari Purnima, Tripuri Purnima, Dev Diwali, Deepotsavam, Ganga Mahotsav, Akasha Deepam, Jwala Thoranam, Bhakteshwara Vratham, Tulsi Vivah Samapti.
Rituals and Practices
On this day, devotees engage in several sacred practices:
- Holy Bath: Taking a dip in sacred rivers, particularly the Ganges, is considered highly auspicious. This act is believed to cleanse sins and bring blessings.
- Puja and Offerings: Worshippers perform rituals for Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, offering items like flowers, fruits, and sweets. Lighting lamps (diyas) is also a common practice.
- Charity: Giving to the needy is encouraged, with specific items recommended for donation to enhance spiritual merit.
Important Times
- Kartik Purnima Begins: November 4, 2025, 10.36 PM
- Kartik Purnima Ends: November 5, 2025, 6.48 PM
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