Guru Purnima 2026 marks spiritual and astrological significance

Guru Purnima, celebrated on July 29, honors the guru-disciple tradition and Sage Veda Vyasa's birth. This year, Jupiter in Cancer enhances emotional wisdom, according to astrologer Acharya Poonam Dutta. The day is considered ideal for starting meditation, with the Moon in Uttara Ashadha nakshatra promoting quiet resolve and courage.