PRAUSHTAPADI (Bhadrapada Maasa) - Significance
BhaAgavatHa chintana (12.09.2026 to 26.09.2026) PrAusHtapadi (bHadrapAda maAsa) The Full Moon day in the month of Bhadrapada is sacredly known as Praustapadi. Ending with this auspicious day, a period of 15 days starting from Bhadrapada Sukla Pratipada is strictly prescribed for the intense study, contemplation, and discourse (Pravachana/Shravana) of the BhaAgavatha Purana. The Context of the 15-Day Timeline: While many people associate the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) of Bhadrapada with Mahalaya Paksha (ancestor worship), the Sukla Paksha (bright fortnight) leading up to the Full Moon (Prausthapadi Purnima) is specifically designated for Bhagavata Parayana. The Reason: According to tradition, it is believed that immersing oneself in the Bhagavata during this time mirrors the spiritual liberation (Mukti) attained by King Parikshit under the guidance of Sage Shukacharya. The Essence of Bhagavatham & the Glory of BHAGAVANTHA Bhagavatham means the sacred script whi...