Buddha Purnima 2025: Prince Siddharth Gautam, who later became Gautam Buddha and established Buddhism, was born on this day, and it is commemorated every year as an auspicious holiday. The majority of South, Southeast, and East Asia, including China, Korea, Laos, Vietnam, Mongolia, Cambodia, and Indonesia, as well as India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet, commemorate the holy holiday, also known as Buddha Jayanti.
It should be mentioned that the day is marked on the day of the full moon in the Hindu month of Vaisakha, which occurs in April or May.
Buddha Purnima will be observed on May 12 in 2025. The ceremony this year will commemorate Lord Buddha’s 2,587th birthday.
Buddhism Purnima 2025: Background and Importance
Gautam Buddha was a philosopher and spiritual leader who was once known as Siddharth Gautam. Scholars have suggested that he lived between 563 and 483 BCE, while the precise dates of his existence are still up for question. The birthplace of Gautam Buddha was Lumbini, which is now in Nepal. In Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, he reached Mahaparinirvana (death) at the age of 80.
Vesak, a celebration of Buddha’s enlightenment, falls during the festival, providing an opportunity to share the message of peace. Because three important occasions in the life of Gautam Buddha occurred on this day, the full moon has special significance in Buddhism. On this day, Prince Siddharth was born in Lumbini Grove.
On a full moon day, after six years of suffering, he became Gautam Buddha and achieved enlightenment beneath the shadow of the Bodhi tree. Thirdly, after 45 years of teaching, he died and achieved Nibbana (Nirvana), which is freedom from the cycle of reincarnation.
Quotes for Buddha Purnima 2025
- “Peace originates inside. Don’t look for it without it. Buddha
- “The mind is everything.” You become what you think. Buddha
- “Keep your thoughts focused on the here and now, and avoid daydreaming about the future or dwelling on the past.” Buddha
- “The truth, the moon, and the sun cannot be concealed for very long.” Buddha
- “Your anger will be your punishment, not the other way around.” Buddha
Buddha Purnima: Festivities in 2025
Devotees from all around the world visit monasteries, burn lights, and say prayers on Buddha Purnima.
They also contemplate the essential lessons of Buddha—compassion, tranquillity, and mindfulness—while doing deeds of charity and goodwill.
Wishes for Buddha Purnima
- “May the path to knowledge and tranquilly be illuminated by the teachings of the Buddha.” Happy 2025 Buddha Purnima!”
- “Walk on the path of truth as Buddha did, and may your thoughts be clear and your heart be filled with kindness.”
- “One person’s breath is the first step on the path to peace. Take deep breaths and lead a conscious life.” Happy Vesak!”
- “Because even a small candle can light up the darkest night, Buddha Jayanti is a time to shine with compassion.”
- “Let your behaviour be as serene as that of the Bodhi tree. On this holy day, you will have the freedom to choose between peace and rage.”
- “Silence is powerful. Awaken your inner Buddha nature by listening to the quiet.
- Allow your soul to blossom like a lotus in muck; truth and love will guide you. “Happy 2025 Buddha Jayanti!”
- “May the peace of your thoughts, the compassion of your heart, and the enlightenment of your soul dispel your gloom on this Buddha Purnima.”
