The Guru Purnima Tithi this year begins at 10:43 am on July 23 and ends at 08:06 am on July 24, 2021. Gautam Buddha, the founder of the Buddhist faith, is believed to have given his first sermon on this day. This is why Gautam Buddha's followers celebrate this day as Guru Purnima to worship him and the Ashadha Purnima Tithi is significant for Buddhists. Guru Purnima is also the day that marks the birth anniversary of Maharishi Ved Vyasa, the author of the great Indian epic, Mahabharata. Ahead of Guru Purnima, here are a few quotes by Gautam Buddha that provide great lessons for life and will enlighten your soul.

Source: Hindustan Times July 23, 2021 03:52 UTC