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NEWS ARTICLE
OF
GURU PURNIMA

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Name:- Sanskriti Yadav

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Section:- Bio3
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Sumitted Date:-2079-04-04
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Guru Brahma Gurur Vishnu

 Guru Devo Maheshwaraha
Guru Saakshat Para Brahma
Tasmai Sree Gaurav Namaha.

HAPPT GURU PURNIMA!

By Sanskriti Yadav
Tinkune, Ktm
July20-2022
The Purnima Tithi (full moon day) in the Hindu month of Ashadha is dedicated to Gurus (teachers,
mentors, coaches and all those who impart wisdom and nurture skills). Hence it is referred to as Guru
Purnima.
Interestingly, the Sanskrit word Guru is derived from Gu and Ru - where Gu means ignorance/darkness and
Ru refers to elimination/removal. Therefore, the Guru is the one who dispels darkness-like ignorance by
showering students with the light of knowledge. furthermore, the day marks the birth anniversary of
Maharishi Ved Vyasa, the author and one of the most important characters of the Mahabharata
History & Origin
In the 11th Century, Gautam Buddha gave his first sermon in the village of Sarnath, situated near Varanasi
in Uttar Pradesh, on a full moon day. He had come to Varanasi from Bodh Gaya after achieving
enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. According to historians, the Sarnath sermon came five weeks after
Buddha, the founder of the Buddhist faith, achieved enlightenment. This is why Guru Purnima is an
important festival for Buddhists. Meanwhile, Hindus observe Guru Purnima as the birth anniversary of
Maharishi Ved Vyasa, the author of the Mahabharata. Therefore, the day is also marked as Vyasa Purnima.

Guru Purnima has its origins in the Vedic period. Throughout history, Hindus, Jains, and Buddhists have
observed Guru Purnima to honor their gurus.
Vedic period. Throughout history, Hindus, Jains, and Buddhists have observed Guru Purnima to
honor their gurus.
For Buddhists, Guru Purnima is a festive occasion. A sermon is said to have been given by Lord
Buddha on this day.
It is also known as Vyasa Purnima as As Ved Vyasa, the author of the Mahabharata, was born on
this day,
Date and time:
As per the Hindu calendar, Guru Purnima is observed all across India on Ashadha Purnima (full moon day in Ashada
month). The day is marked as the birth anniversary of Veda Vyasa when students pay respect to their gurus. People
across the country of all religions including Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains celebrate and observe Guru Purnima on
13th July 2021.

Celebration
In Nepal, the festival of Guru Purnima is celebrated as Teacher's Day in all schools and colleges. And
while India has a separate Teacher's Day (September 5), students wish their teachers on Guru Purnima as
well. People of all ages pay their respects to teachers and spiritual guides for sharing their knowledge with
them.

Why is Guru Purnima celebrated?

The festival celebrates the pious relationship between students and teachers. The Sanskrit word guru --
which also became a part of the English dictionary -- is made from 'gu' (darkness) and 'ru' (removal of
darkness). Thus, guru means someone who removes the darkness of illiteracy and ignorance from our lives.
Guru Purnima holds a deeper meaning. It teaches us about the important role that teachers play in our lives.
Besides academics, teachers also impart non-curricular skills. They help students imbibe the right values
and life skills to become good citizens and navigate their lives in the best way possible.

Season of Guru Purnima

All seasons in Nepal have their own significance. There is a motivation behind why Guru Purnima
is praised, particularly during the blustery season. Since in these four months there is neither
overabundance heat nor abundance cold.

This time is good and best for study and educating. Hence, the devotees present at Gurucharan
pick this opportunity to accomplish the intensity of information, harmony, commitment and yoga.
Proficient strict lessons have exploited the Guru Shishya convention here. These experts
accumulate a lot of groups around them and discussion about common subjects to cause them
to commend.

In the family unit, there are just mother, father, sibling, sister and different connections which a
man plays all the more effective when he has reasoning. When our alleged masters talk on such
unremarkable subjects, ladies are extremely glad, and expert masters love their job as it were.

Guru Purnima Importance and Significance

Guru Purnima’s importance holds great value. It is the guru who imbibes great qualities and provides the
disciples with great knowledge. Thus, Guru Purnima is celebrated in honour of gurus, parents, or teachers.
Guru Purnima’s significance is about the word Guru that is derived from its Sanskrit roots in which Gu
means darkness and Ru means remover of the darkness. Thus, Guru is someone who removes the darkness
of our lives and paves the way for us. The festival aims to rejoice and praise the teachers who helped us in
our lives in any way by sharing their knowledge. Thus, a celebration of this day becomes essential. On this
day, people perform ritualistic puja in honour of their gurus, students pay respect to their teachers and
educators, whereas children thank their parents in the form of speeches, gifts, flowers, etc.

Guru Purnima Rituals

Over the years, the definition of guru has changed. Guru Purnima is celebrated by worshipping and
showing gratitude to the Gods who are like our Gurus, in the form of parents, teachers, or anybody who
teaches someone. And the festival is celebrated with full honour and zest in different ways amongst people
of different faiths! So go ahead and check out these Guru Purnima rituals!

 On Guru Purnima, people offer prayers to their Gurus.

 Hindus celebrate Guru Purnima by chanting mantras venerating the Maha Guru and seek his
blessings. Devotional songs and hymns are also chanted throughout the day and ‘Guru Gita’
is recited in the loving memory of the Maha Guru. Flowers and gifts are offered, and prasad
is also distributed, sometimes also called ‘Charanamritha.’
 In Hindus, a puja of sandals is conducted in Ashrams believing it to be that of Sage Ved
Vyasa. Fellow disciples are also given respect on this day, honouring each person’s spiritual
journey. Some also start their spiritual journeys or studies on this day by offering ‘Deeksha’
to their gurus.
 Many people fast during the day and avoid eating salt, rice, heavy foods such as non-
vegetarian food, and other meals made up of cereals. They break the fast only after they
perform the puja in the evening. Only vegetarian delicacies are made in most Indian
households such as Soan Papdi, Khichdi, Laddoo, Kheer, Gulab Jamun, etc.
 Students of Indian classical music celebrate the day by offering respect to their teachers,
reinforcing the sacred bond between a teacher and a student, known as the ‘Guru-Shishya
Parampara.’
 In Buddhism, Buddhists celebrate Guru Purnima by conducting a ritual called ‘Uposatha.’
In this, Buddhists honour the eight teachings of the Buddha, and many Buddhist monks start
their journey of meditation on this day.
 Some people donate clothes and food on this day, whereas some offer food to ‘Brahmins’
and feed the needy people. Giving food and clothes helps one reduce the ill effects of their
Kundli.
 Conclusion
 At the end, in short, we want to say that there are lots of significance and reasons available to
celebrate Guru Purnima. We all should understand the purpose of Guru Purnima and take care of
our Guru. Hope you all loved this informative essay on guru purnima.