Offering for lord ganesha

The festival is usually observed by offering new harvests including rice, sesame seeds, lentils and turmeric to Lord Surya (Sun). People fly kites on this day and thank Lord Surya for helping in generating a good harvest in their farmlands. Out of all the rituals of this festival preparing Khichdi and offering the same to Lord Surya is quite important. For those, who don't know, khichdi is an Indian meal prepared using rice, lentils, veggies, turmeric and salt. This is done to seek His blessings and thank Him for helping in agriculture. People not only offer the khichdi to Lord Surya but also eat the same. … [Read more...] about Makar Sankranti 2021: Cultural Significance Of Having Khichdi On This Festival

Rituals Of Pongal The first day of Pongal is observed as Bhogi Pongal and on this day, people make Kolam outside their respective homes and light a bonfire in the evening. People burn all old clothes and stuff into the fire. People prepare cow dung cakes and decorate their houses with flowers and lights. The second day of the festival is observed as Thai Pongal and on this day people prepare Pongal, a sweet dish prepared using rice, lentils and milk. The pongal is first offered to Lord Surya and then people ask Him to bless the earth with prosperity and positivity. The third day is observed as the Mattu Pongal and on this day people give a bath to their cattle, especially cows and oxen. They are then decorated with bells, beads and flowers. People also organise bull fights on this day. The final day of the festival is observed. On this day, sisters pray for the well-being of their brothers. This day is dedicated to birds and people offer cooked rice to the birds. More PONGAL 2021 … [Read more...] about Pongal 2021: Date, Rituals And Significance Of This Festival

The Sun's Reflection In some South Indian regions, there is a custom to look at the Sun's reflection in a vessel filled with water. Some communities also add turmeric and kumkum to the the water and look at the reflection. Another unique ritual is of looking at the Sun through the gap between the fingers. … [Read more...] about Makar Sankranti 2021: Traditions, Rituals And Customs Associated With Pongal

The Makar Sankranti celebration includes kite flying, lighting bonfire and dancing around it. Elders bless their younger ones with happiness, success and prosperity. In some rural parts of India, children receive grains and sesame seeds from their grandparents and parents as a token of love. People wish their loved ones and pray for their success. … [Read more...] about Makar Sankranti 2021: 10 Quotes And Wishes You Can Send To Your Loved Ones