The full moon day of the month of Magha is known as Magh Purnima or Maghi Purnima. According to the Vedic calendar, this festival will be celebrated on February 1st this year (Magh Purnima 2026 Date). According to पौराणिक (Puranic) beliefs, on the occasion of Magh Purnima, deities descend from heaven to earth and bathe in the confluence of rivers. Therefore, bathing in a holy river on Magh Purnima is believed to liberate the devotee from all sins. It is customary to worship Lord Vishnu on this day, and certain specific items should be included in the puja thali to ensure the devotee receives the full benefits of the worship.

Magh Purnima 2026 Date and Auspicious Time (Magh Purnima 2026 Date and Shubh Muhurat)
According to the Vedic calendar, the Magh Purnima tithi (lunar day) will begin at 5:52 AM on February 1st. The tithi will end at 3:38 AM on February 2nd. Therefore, Magh Purnima will be celebrated on February 1st (When is Magh Purnima 2026).

Auspicious Timings
Brahma Muhurta: 5:24 AM to 6:17 AM
Abhijit Muhurta: 12:13 PM to 12:57 PM
Godhuli Muhurta: 5:58 PM to 6:24 PM
Vijay Muhurta: 2:23 PM to 3:07 PM

Magh Purnima Puja Items List
Ghee
Panchamrit
Roli
Akshat (rice grains)
Sindoor
Lamp
Sandalwood paste
Cotton wick
Sweets
Ganges water
Garland of lotus and yellow flowers
Red cloth
Idols of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi

Things to do:
After bathing in the morning, worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
Recite the story of Lord Satyanarayan.

Light a lamp with pure ghee. Include fruits, Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar), and basil leaves in the puja.

Additionally, on Magh Purnima, one should donate items such as sesame seeds, jaggery, clothes, and food grains. This creates opportunities for financial gain and increases happiness and prosperity.

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