What is Guru Purnima?

Oftentimes our teachers, though they are essential parts of our lives, do not get the respect they deserve. Although this will always be a problem in any part of world, this respect and honor is embedded into Hinduism and Hindu culture. In this episode we will explore the role gurus, or teachers, play in Hindu society, explain the different ways that we honor our gurus, and uncover the origins of guru purnima. Tune in to find out more!


Learn more here:

Mat Mcdermott, 2-27-2019, "8 Things You May Want to Know About Gurus ," Hindu American Foundation, https://www.hinduamerican.org/blog/8-things-you-may-want-to-know-about-gurus/

https://isha.sadhguru.org/us/en/wisdom/article/story-guru-purnima-from-adiyogi-today

https://www.ganeshaspeaks.com/predictions/festivals/guru-purnima-celebration/

https://artoflivingretreatcenter.org/blog/what-is-guru-purnima/

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/food-news/guru-purnima-2021-importance-tradition-food-and-culture/photostory/76784839.cms?picid=76784980

mPanchang, "Guru Purnima 2022 Date, Importance And Festival Celebration," https://www.mpanchang.com/festivals/guru-purnima/