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Happy Buddha Purnima 2026: This auspicious is celebrated on the full moon day in the month of Vaisakha every year. Also known as Buddha Jayanti, it marks Gautama Buddha's birth, enlightenment (Nirvana) under the Bodhi tree, and passing (Parinirvana). Check out a list of wishes, greetings and quotes.
Cleaning of the 7-foot-tall seated statue of Gautama Buddha ahead of Buddha Purnima at Takshashila Buddha Vihar in Mumbai.(Hindustan Times)Happy Buddha Purnima 2026: Buddha Purnima marks one of the most important festivals of the Buddhist community. Each year, it falls on the full moon day in the month of Vaisakha, usually April or May, as per the Buddhist calendar. Also known as Buddha Jayanti, it celebrates the birth of Gautam Buddha, the spiritual teacher who founded Buddhism. Buddha Purnima celebrates his birth, enlightenment, and passing (Mahaparinirvana). This year marks the 2588th birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha.
When is Buddha Purnima in 2026?
This year, Buddha Purnima will be observed on May 1, Friday.
Purnima Tithi Begins - 5:42 PM on 30 April 2026
Purnima Tithi Ends - 7:22 PM on 1 May 2026
Buddha Purnima 2026 celebrations
On this day, Buddhists mark the occasion by visiting Buddhist temples. They offer flowers, incense, and perform acts of charity. Devotees are seen wearing white. Some of them also consume vegetarian food for the day. Meditation and chanting of scriptures are also often done by followers in honour of Buddha's teachings, reflecting peace and compassion.
Check out our list of wishes, quotes, and greetings to share with your friends, family and loved ones on WhatsApp, Instagram and in-person to mark Buddha Purnima 2026.
Buddha Purnima 2026 wishes
-On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, may the teachings of Lord Buddha guide you towards peace, happiness, and enlightenment.
-Wishing you a blessed Buddha Purnima. May your life be filled with compassion, wisdom, and inner peace.
-May the path shown by Gautama Buddha lead towards truth, harmony, and eternal happiness.
-On this sacred day, may you find clarity in thoughts, kindness in actions, and peace in your heart.
-Let us follow the noble teachings of Gautama Buddha and spread love, positivity, everyday.
-May this Buddha Purnima bring light to your life and remove all obstacles.
-Wishing you a day filled with joy and gratitude. May Buddha’s wisdom always guide your way.
-On this holy occasion, may you be blessed with good health, happiness, and spiritual growth. Happy Buddha Purnima!
-May the teachings of Gautam Buddha inspire you to live a life of peace, truth, and simplicity.
-Sending you warm wishes on Buddha Purnima. May you spend your day with your loved ones.
Gautama Buddha quotes for WhatsApp status, Instagram captions
-“May all beings be happy; may all beings be without disease. May all beings experience the sensation of auspiciousness. May nobody suffer in any way."
-“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment."
-“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without."
-“What we think, we become."
-“The mind is everything. What you think you become."
-“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."
-“To understand everything is to forgive everything."
-“There is no path to happiness: happiness is the path."
-“Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared."
-“Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die."
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