Buddha Purnimaalso known as Buddha Jayanti, It is not just a religious festival – it reminds of one of the most transformative trips in spiritual history. Celebrated this year May 12, 2025, According to the Drink Almanac, birth, enlightenment and Mahasamadhi have been marked during the day. Gautam BuddhaIt is believed that the days of this full moon have happened.
This sacred occasion is seen by millions of people in East and South Asia – including countries such as India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, China, Korea, Japan and Indonesia. For devotees, the day begins with ritual baths, home refinement, prayer, and compassion taught by Buddha, with re -confirmation to follow the path of mindfulness and knowledge.
But beyond rituals and flowers, does Buddha make Purnima really powerful?
This is the place where the Sadhguru, the spiritual teacher and the founder of the Isha Foundation, offers a informative perspective – one that delays the deep yogic meaning of this full moon and Buddha’s journey.
Sadhguru on the yogic power of Buddha Purnima
According to Sadhguru, this specific full moon holds deep importance in yogic traditions as it marks the third full moon after starting the Sun’s northern transition (Uttarayan). In yogic culture, this time of the year is considered particularly powerful for internal development and awakening. And Buddha Purnima sits right in the heart of that window.
Sadhguru calls it a great occasion for all fans.
Why? Because it was on this full moon that a delicate, tired person named Siddharth Gautam – after years of ascetic practice and near the starvation – touched the last truth under a Bodhi tree.
Buddha’s Fold point: Story of Neerjana River
Sadhguru has so far remembered the important moment when Siddharth almost gave up-due to doubt, but physical weakness. After years, as a Samana, walking barefoot, eating anything barely, and pushing his body to its limits, he reached the river Neerjana.
Weak and tired, they tried to cross it. Through the midway, he can barely stand up. But he was not a person who would surrender in the situation. He hit a dead tree branch, was held on the bus and still standing.
Sadhguru says, “Whether he is standing there for hours or just for such moments that felt eternal, we do not know.” “But something notable in that peace – a moment of clarity.”
In that weak silence, Gautam realized:
“Whatever is necessary is a full will.”
That insight gave him the strength to take another step. He crossed the river, reached Bodhi tree, and sat down- completely resolved:
“Either I get up as an enlightened, or I die in this posture.”
As the full moon grew, as it increased, there was light in it. Siddharth Gautama became Buddha – awakened one.
Dark message for 2025 and beyond
Sadhguru reminds us that Buddha’s story is not about religion – it is about the intensity of longing for truth. It is about the excuse whether it does not serve us and is sitting with unbreakable intentions, no matter how difficult it is.
On this Buddha Purnima, instead of offering only flowers or light sunlight, what if we just got ready – trilled interested – to wake up? To seek truth like Gautam, with heart and soul?
This full moon is a spiritual portal. Whether you are a dedicated Buddhist, a yogi, or just a person is demanding peace – Bada Purnima is an invitation to go in.
Remind you that enlightenment is not reserved for anything. It is available for anyone – if you are absolutely ready.
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