Introduction
The Indian Guru Purnima festival and astronomers both recognize the full Moon of July 2025 as significant. Know how this event presents a confluence of science and culture.
Astronomers and spiritual communities consider the July 2025 Full Moon special, as it aligns with Guru Purnima and is called the Buck Moon. It is not only an exciting event for astronomy lovers, but it also has deep religious significance in Hinduism. In this article, we will know what is Buck Moon, the importance of Guru Purnima, measures to be taken on this day, and how this astronomical event can be seen.
1. What is Buck Moon?
Native American tribes call the full moon seen in July the Buck Moon because male deer (bucks) grow fully developed horns during this time.
### Specialty of Buck Moon:
- It is the first full moon after Summer Solstice.
- On this day, the moon appears brighter and larger than usual.
- It falls on the day of Guru Purnima, which further increases its importance.
2. Spiritual significance of Guru Purnima
People will celebrate Guru Purnima on July 10, 2025, also known as Vyas Purnima. They honor Maharishi Ved Vyas on this day as the first guru in Hinduism, marking his birth anniversary.
Major customs of Guru Purnima:
On this day, people honor teachers, parents, and spiritual gurus through Guru Poojan..
- Fasting and donation: Keeping a fast and doing charity on the day of Purnima gives special fruits.
- Worship of Lord Vishnu and Lakshmi: Listening to Satyanarayan Katha on this day has special significance.
3. When and how to see Buck Moon?
Buck Moon will be visible from the evening of July 10, 2025 to the morning of July 11.
Right time to see (Indian time):
- First visibility: 7:40 pm (after sunset).
- Zimbabble: 2:08 am on July 11 (the moon will appear the biggest and brightest).
Tips for viewing:
- Location: Place with open sky, where there is less light pollution.
- Equipment: The surface of the moon will be clearly visible when viewed through binoculars or telescope.
- Photography: Use long exposure settings.
4. Combined effect of Full Moon and Guru Purnima
This time the full moon is falling on the day of Guru Purnima, which has doubled its importance.
Astrological view:
- This time is considered auspicious for spiritual knowledge and new learning.
- Use turmeric and yellow flowers on this day to get the blessings of Guru Jupiter.
Scientific view:
- The moon will be at the farthest point from the earth (apogee), so it may look a little smaller, but it will be brighter due to the effect of summer solstice.
5. Names of Full Moon in other cultures
Different cultures call the July full moon by different names.
- Thunder Moon: By American tribes, because storms occur at this time.
- Hay Moon: In Europe, because grass is cut at this time.
6. Conclusion
The July 2025 Full Moon (Buck Moon) is not only an astronomical attraction, but combined with Guru Purnima, it becomes a spiritual experience as well. On this day you can enjoy the beauty of the moon, as well as gain wisdom and blessings by worshipping the Guru.
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