Kojagiri Purnima: puja, mantra and charity suggestions given for each zodiac sign

Kojagiri Purnima holds special religious and spiritual significance in Hinduism. The festival is observed on the full-moon day of the Ashwin month. It is also known as Kojagari Purnima and Raas Purnima, and Kojagiri Purnima is also called Sharad Purnima.

According to religious belief, the moon is complete with all its 16 phases on this night, which is why the moonlight is considered especially auspicious. People worship the moon god, offer him water, and follow the tradition of keeping kheer and spiced milk in the moonlight.

According to astrology too, the night of Kojagiri Purnima is special. It is said that worship done with devotion and acts of charity on this day bring prosperity to the home and peace of mind. Along with the worship of the moon god, remedies suited to one's zodiac sign are said to be beneficial. Here is what people of each sign, from Aries to Pisces, can do on this day.

People of Aries should offer water to the moon god on the night of Kojagiri Purnima and chant the mantra "Om Somaya Namah". Those of Taurus can offer butter or sugar sweets after sighting the moon. Reciting the Shri Suktam is considered auspicious for receiving the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.

People of Gemini should offer water mixed with milk to the moon god. As per religious tradition, they should make kheer at home, add cardamom to it and keep it in the moonlight for a while. The moon rules Cancer, so people of this sign can offer milk, whole grains and white flowers while chanting "Om Shashankaya Namah".

People of Leo should perform the jalabhishek of the moon god and worship Goddess Lakshmi. Wishing for wealth and prosperity, they can also recite the Kanakadhara Stotra. People of Virgo should sit in a quiet place and chant "Om Namah Shivaya", and then perform the aarti of Lord Shiva with camphor.

People of Libra should offer kheer to Goddess Lakshmi in a silver or other clean vessel, and recite the Lakshmi Sukta while praying for happiness and prosperity. People of Scorpio should perform the jalabhishek of the moon god and worship Lord Shiva. Chanting the Shiv Chalisa or a moon mantra is considered auspicious.

People of Sagittarius should worship Lord Vishnu and recite the Vishnu Sahasranama. People of Capricorn should pray to the moon god and chant "Om Namah Shivaya". Donating milk or white items to the needy is also considered auspicious.

People of Aquarius should light a lamp on the night of Kojagiri Purnima and meditate on Shani Dev and the moon god. They should take care of cleanliness and safety during the worship. People of Pisces can follow the tradition of offering the moon god milk mixed with saffron and mishri. They should also pray to Lord Vishnu and wish for peace and happiness in the family.

This information on subjects such as religion, astrology, Vastu and feng shui is meant only for readers' information. It is necessary to take the advice of a knowledgeable person before trying any of these practices.