Guru Purnima is upon us once again. Signifying the Guru-shishya tradition - the succession of teachers and disciples in traditional Vedic culture and spiritual belief. Hindu ascetics and wandering monks (sanyasis), observe this day by offering puja to their guru.
This year, Guru Purnima is celebrated on the 24th of July. According to the Drik Panchang, the Purnima tithi begins at 10:43 am on July 23 and will end on 08:06 am on July 24.
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| traditional guru–disciple relationship |
Students of Indian classical music and Indian classical dance, which also follow the Guru shishya parampara, celebrate this holy festival around the world.
