| Event Start Date: February 6, 2026 | Event End Date: February 6, 2026 | Event Venue: |
Fast observed till moonrise
Gaura Purnima is the sacred appearance day of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, the Golden Avatar who descended in 1486 AD in Sridhama Mayapur, West Bengal. He is Krishna Himself in the mood and golden complexion of Srimati Radharani, appearing to spread the chanting of the Hare Krishna maha-mantra and deliver pure love of God (prema) to every living being.
This festival marks one of the most important celebrations in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition and is observed with great devotion in all ISKCON temples across the world.
· To teach pure devotion (suddha-bhakti) through the chanting of the Holy Names
· To reveal the highest spiritual truth: Krishna is the Supreme Personality of Godhead
· To distribute Krishna-prema freely, without discrimination
· To establish the yuga-dharma for Kali-yuga: sankirtana-yajna, the congregational chanting of the Lord’s Holy Names
· To taste the internal mood of Srimati Radharani’s love for Krishna
He inaugurated the Hare Krishna movement, which continues today through the disciplic succession of His followers, including Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON.
Devotees observe a full-day fast until moonrise. The temple is decorated elaborately, and the atmosphere is filled with the sounds of kirtan, bells, conch shells, and joyful celebration.
Highlights of the Festival:
· Mangal Arati and special darshan of Sri Sri Gaura-Nitai
· Abhisheka (holy bathing ceremony) of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu with milk, yogurt, ghee, honey, fruit juices, and scented water
· Gaura Katha – inspiring narrations of Mahaprabhu’s life and teachings
· Harinama Sankirtan throughout the day
· Dramas, bhajans, and cultural offerings presented by devotees
· Grand Pushpanjali and Maha-arati in the evening
· Moonrise feast prasadam distribution to all visitors and devotees
· Devotees fast till moonrise
· Chant extra rounds of the Hare Krishna mantra
· Read from Sri Caitanya Bhagavata and Sri Caitanya-caritamrita
· Sing Gaura songs such as “Jaya Sacinandana”, “Parama Karuna”, and “Sri Krishna Caitanya Prabhu Daya Karo More”
· Offer seva, donations, or prasadam sponsorships in honour of Lord Gauranga
Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu is the most merciful incarnation, giving the highest spiritual gift through the simplest method. Even those with no qualification can be uplifted just by chanting:
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare
On this day, the Lord especially blesses sincere devotees with spiritual advancement, forgiveness, and deeper taste for chanting.
· Join the live celebrations from ISKCON Indore broadcast
· Sponsor abhishek, garlands, festival bhoga, or prasadam distribution
· Offer a lamp, flowers, or donation in your name or for loved ones
· Chant extra rounds and read about Lord Gauranga
Gaura Purnima is not only a festival but a reminder of the Lord’s endless compassion. By honouring Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu on this day, we reconnect with the true purpose of human life to awaken love for Krishna and uplift the world through His holy names.
“Harer Nama Harer Nama
Harer Namaiva Kevalam
Kalau Nasty Eva Nasty Eva
Nasty Eva Gatir Anyatha”
– Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu
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