Which purnima Gautam Buddha leave his home
According to Buddhist texts, Gautama Buddha did not leave his home on any specific Purnima. The specific date of his departure varies in different traditions, but it is generally believed to have happened during the Vassana season, which is the rainy season in South Asia and lasts roughly from July to October. This period was traditionally a time for monks to retreat and focus on meditation, as traveling was difficult during the rainy season. Some sources suggest he left on the full moon day (Purnima) during this period, but others mention a new moon day (Amavasya) or simply a specific month within the season. Therefore, it's difficult to pinpoint an exact Purnima as the day of his departure. Here are some additional details: Theravada tradition: Places his departure around the age of 29 during the month of Asalha (June-July). Mahayana tradition: Offers varying accounts,with some placing his departure at the age of 19 and others at 29. Some sources even mention him leaving on h