Kojagiri Purnima falls on October 25: traditions and greetings to share with loved ones

Kojagiri Purnima, which falls in the autumn season, is regarded in Indian culture as a festival of great joy and enthusiasm. This year the full moon is being observed on October 25.

According to religious belief, on this night the moon is complete with its sixteen phases and showers nectar on the earth. For this reason, there is a tradition of boiling milk in the moonlight under the open sky and drinking spiced milk. People also stay awake through the night.

The name Kojagiri comes from the Sanskrit phrase "Ko Jagarti?", meaning "Who is awake?" It is believed that on this night Goddess Lakshmi comes to earth and blesses her devotees with happiness and prosperity. The festival is celebrated with full devotion, with a view of the moon, new memories and fresh enthusiasm.

On this auspicious occasion, joy can be doubled by sending Marathi greeting messages to family, friends and loved ones. Some of the messages are given below in Hindi.

"That soft light of the moon, that sweet taste of milk. May trust in relationships keep growing, and may there be sweetness like the sugar offered as prasad. Warm wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"May there be a shower of happiness, auspiciousness, wealth and prosperity. May you have a long life, and may this be the only prayer at Lakshmi's feet. Many good wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"May this holy night of Sharad Purnima bring light, and a special shower of happiness and prosperity on your whole family. Warm wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"At midnight on Kojagiri Purnima, Goddess Lakshmi comes to earth. She sees who is awake, and pleased with that person, blesses them with her grace. Warm wishes to all on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"In the moonlight of the cool moon and the sweet taste of milk, let us celebrate the festival of Kojagiri together today. Warm wishes to all on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"See the reflection of the moon and bow to it, drink milk for strength, intellect and health. Warm wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"Boil milk in the moonlight today and see the silvery reflection of the full moon in it. Celebrate Kojagiri with joy and enthusiasm; Goddess Lakshmi will be pleased and prosperity will grow. Warm wishes to you on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"May all illness go away by drinking milk that is like nectar, may the body gain new strength and new paths open up. Celebrate this Kojagiri with joy and zeal. Warm wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"May the sky bathe in the moonlight, and may a breeze of happiness and prosperity blow through your life. Warm wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"Under the open sky today, hold a gathering of joy. On this night of Kojagiri, forget all sorrows. Warm wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"The secret of good health is hidden in the moon's rays. May Kojagiri Purnima bring you immense happiness. Warm wishes to all!"

"May your courtyard be lit today by the footsteps of Goddess Lakshmi, and may your whole life blossom with this festival of Kojagiri. Warm wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"

"This special night is adorned with the silvery rays of the moon. May you and your family find a home of happiness. Warm wishes on Kojagiri Purnima!"