Margashirsha Purnima fast is observed. Lord Narayana is worshiped. Sri Dattatreya Jayanti is celebrated on the full moon day of Margashirsha. Margashirsha Purnima also has special significance. On this day, at many places, devotees take a dip of faith in the holy rivers, the lake. On this day aficionados perform ceremonial shower in the sacrosanct waterways and love Lord Vishnu devotedly. On this day, worshiping Lord Narayana and performing Katha are considered of special importance. A katha should also be organized which is considered to be very auspicious. Fasting and worshiping on the day of Margashirsha Purnima gives all the happiness. They also perform ‘yagya’ or ‘havan’ at home.
Margashirsha Purnima 2020 Date :
Name of festival | Day | Date of festival |
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Margashirsha Purnima | Wednesday | 30 December 2020 |
Special Prasad is prepared and distributed among all the other devotees, after doing ‘aarti’. On this day, one should sleep near the idol of Lord Narayana. On the second day, give food to the Brahmins and leave by donating.