Guru Purnima is a favorite festival celebration of mine. It pays homage to the full brilliance of a summer moon. The symbol of the fullness of a disciple's gratitude for their true teacher.
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July 14 - Bison sculpture outside the
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As vast as the tides contained within the ocean. So too is the depth of gratitude for the awakened state of being this blessing brings.
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| Heavenly Bodies, Met Cloisters - July 12 |
According to Hindu legend, this was the day when Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa – author of the Mahabharata – was born to sage Parashara and a fisherman's daughter Satyavati. This day is also celebrated as Vyasa Purnima.
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| Shiva at Isha Yoga Center |
According to Buddhist history, when Buddha formed his first Sangha and gave them his first sermon - called the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta - it was given on the full-moon day of Asadha.
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| Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, India |
This day is dedicated towards the gurus or true teachers. People offer their prayers to their gurus. Thanking them for the knowledge provided to the learner.
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| Spectacular thunder storm back in Edgewater NJ - July 17 |
Signaling the start of monsoon season and heavy rains, Guru Purnima marks the first day of a three month season from July to September.
With my birthday in July and Mahala's in September it is a season that holds special significance for us both.
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| Manhattanhenge, Grand Central Station - July 13 |
It is a time to quiet down and go within. At home or in temples and monasteries, lay folks and monks switch to a more ascetic pace. Giving up worldly attachments to reinforce and honor spirituality.
For 2018, Guru Purnima falls on July 27. It will also be the longest lunar eclipse of the 21st Century. How cool is that?
In however way you choose to, set aside some time on this day to honor your Spirit. Connect and pay homage to the God of your Heart.
Sad Gurunath Maharaj Ki Jaya!
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| Times Square NYC - July 15 |
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