The sacred occasion of Sharad Purnima holds a special significance among the Hindus. It is celebrated every year on the full moon day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashwin. According to the Hindu calendar, there are 12 Purnima days yearly, but Sharad Purnima holds particular importance. This day is also known as Raas Purnima and Kojagari Purnima. People believe that on the night of Sharad Purnima, Lord Krishna performed the sacred Maha Raas ritual with the Gopis, which is why it is called Raas Purnima.

On this day, Goddess Lakshmi comes to earth and thus, the day is also known as Kojaguri Purnima. During this sacred time, kheer is a special traditional dish used to perform the rituals. But do you know the benefits of consuming kheer? Astrologer Rishikant Mishra Shastri spoke about this in an interview with News 18.

Date and Time of Sharad Purnima 2024:

According to the astrologer, this year, the auspicious muhurat of Ashwin Shukla Purnima will start at 8:40 PM on October 16, Wednesday and will stay till 4:55 PM on October 17. Therefore, Sharad Purnima will be celebrated on October 16, 2024, Wednesday.

On October 16, the moonrise will be at 5:15 PM. Traditionally, kheer should be placed under the open sky. This year, the ideal time to place the kheer starts at 8:40 PM.

Why Consuming Kheer During Sharad Purnima is Beneficial?

Seek blessings from Goddess Lakshmi:

Prepare the kheer on Sharad Purnima and offer it to Goddess Lakshmi. Then consume it. This practice pleases Goddess Lakshmi.

Strengthens the position of the moon in your horoscope:

Consuming kheer on Sharad Purnima strengthens the position of the moon in your horoscope. It is believed that Milk, sugar, and rice are associated with the Moon. If you prepare kheer on this auspicious occasion and donate it, it may help remove Chandra Dosha from your horoscope.

Helps in the improvement of health:

According to religious belief, the moonlight on the night of Sharad Purnima contains medicinal properties. When the moonlight falls on the kheer, it absorbs these properties. Eating this kheer helps to lead a healthy life.

Helps to get rid of several diseases:

Consuming kheer on Sharad Purnima is believed to be beneficial for health as it helps to get rid of numerous diseases.

Improves immunity:

Place the Kheer in a silver vessel under the moonlight on this auspicious day and then consume it. It is said that consuming this Kheer helps to boost the immunity power of the body.