Gaura-purnima
Gaura-purnima is a Vaisnava festival that occurs in March celebrating the birth of the saint Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.
Gaura Purnima means "Golden Full Moon", a reference to Chaitanya. His followers spend this festival fasting and chanting congregationally, then at moonrise a feast is enjoyed by all.
This festival is celebrated by Gaudiya Vaishnavas as part of Navadvipa-mandala Parikrama.
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Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Jayanti 2025: Who Was He? Date, History, And Key Facts
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Chaitanya Mahaprabhu Jayanti, also known as Gaura Purnima, celebrates the birth of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a key figure in Gaudiya Vaishnavism. In 2025, it will be observed on March 14 ... .
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