Introduction
The sacred month of Adhik
Maas, also known as Purushottam Maas or Mal Maas, holds
immense importance in Sanatan Dharma. Occurring once every 32 months, this
extra lunar month is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The Purnima (Full Moon)
of Adhik Maas is regarded as especially auspicious, celebrated as Adhik
Purnima.
In 2026, Jyeshtha
Adhik Maas Purnima falls on May 31, Sunday. Scriptures describe this
day as “Sarva Siddhi Dayini Purnima”, meaning the full moon that grants
all accomplishments.
Significance
- Dedicated to Lord Vishnu &
Goddess Lakshmi – Worship on this day ensures
happiness, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment.
- Infinite Merit
– Ritual bathing (snan) and donations (daan) are believed to
bring endless blessings.
- Astrological Importance
– The full moon is said to reduce Chandra dosh and strengthen
financial well-being.
- Purushottam Month
– Named after Lord Vishnu (Purushottam), symbolizing supreme
divinity.
Rituals & Remedies
for Prosperity
- Lakshmi Puja with Cowries
– Place 11 yellow cowrie shells before Goddess Lakshmi, apply turmeric
tilak, and after evening worship, wrap them in red cloth and keep in your
safe. This is believed to increase wealth inflow.
- Peepal Tree Worship
– Light a ghee lamp near the roots of a Peepal tree and circumambulate it
seven times. This is said to free devotees from debt and boost business
growth.
- Offering Arghya to the Moon
– Mix water with milk and offer it to the Moon God. This remedy is
believed to enhance financial progress and mental peace.
- Vishnu Sahasranama Recitation
– Chanting the thousand names of Lord Vishnu brings divine grace and
protection.
Observances
- Fasting
– Devotees observe strict fasts or consume only fruits and milk.
- Charity
– Donating food, clothes, and essentials is considered highly meritorious.
- Temple Visits
– Special pujas are performed in Vishnu temples across India.
- Scriptural Reading
– Reciting Bhagavad Gita and Purushottam Mahatmya is
encouraged.
Spiritual Essence
Adhik Maas Purnima is not
just another full moon—it is a day of completion, prosperity, and divine
blessings. By observing rituals and remedies, devotees invite Goddess
Lakshmi into their homes and strengthen their bond with Lord Vishnu.
Quick Highlights Card
- Date:
May 31, 2026 (Sunday)
- Deities Worshipped:
Lord Vishnu & Goddess Lakshmi
- Key Rituals:
Snan, Daan, Vishnu Sahasranama, Peepal Puja, Arghya to Moon
- Special Remedies:
Cowrie shells for wealth, Peepal lamp for debt relief
- Essence:
Day of infinite merit, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment