🪔 About Maha Raas and Sharad Purnima

Today is Maha Raas, the divine dance where Lord Krishna replicated his form for each Gopi and danced with them through the night, immersed in love. Dressed as a Gopi, Lord Shiv, too, participated in this beautiful Leela.

On Sharad Purnima, devotees place an offering of Kheer (rice pudding) under the moonlight, as Amrit (divine nectar) is said to drip from the Sharad Purnima moon. Moon's rays are potent tonight with healing properties.

Come, dance in the love of Lord Shri Krishna, and earn a place in his heart.

Other Celebrations

Kojagar Vrat, Kojagiri Lakshmi Puja

It is an important festival in West Bengal, Odisha, and Assam. This day is devoted to the worship of Ma Lakshmi, and devotees observe night-long vigil (jagaran). It is believed that on the night of the Ashwin Purnima (Full Moon), Goddess Lakshmi descends to Earth, and the devotees who stay awake and worship her are blessed with wealth and prosperity.

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Abhishekam of Lord Krishna to Devotional Chant (7 min.)

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Wake up early, bathe, and wear clean clothes.
  • Light a lamp and perform simple puja of your chosen deity.
  • Do japa, meditation, and short stotra/recitation.
  • Keep the day sattvic and peaceful; practice self-reflection and gratitude.
  • Donate if possible (food, milk, fruits) or help someone in need.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eggs, non-vegetarian food, and alcohol.
  • Avoid anger, gossip, criticism, and harsh speech.
  • Avoid heavy/oily food and excessive sleep; keep the day simple and sattvic.