Magh Purnima 2026: Significance, Worship, Fasting Foods, and Moonrise Time

• Magh Purnima, also known as Maghi Purnima, falls on Sunday, February 1, 2026, marking the full moon day of the bright half of Magh month.
• This day is highly auspicious for bathing in holy rivers like the Ganga, donating, fasting, and worshipping deities, believed to absolve sins and bring merit.
• Lord Vishnu is believed to reside in the water on Magh Purnima, and deities wander on Earth, enhancing the day's spiritual significance.
• Devotees worship Lord Satyanarayan, recite his story, and offer Arghya to the Moon to ensure peace, happiness, prosperity, and completion of the fast.
• During the fast, sattvic foods like water, fruits, and milk are consumed, while grains, salt, spices, tea, and coffee are prohibited; moonrise is at 5:46 PM.

Why It Matters: Magh Purnima 2026 is a sacred day for spiritual practices, offering immense merit and prosperity through worship and fasting.