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Sankranti in Karnataka in 2025 – Kannada Makar Sankranti - Ellu Bella 2025

Sankranthi, or Makar Sankranti, is a harvest festival in Karnataka as is the case in other parts of India . In 2025, the date of Sankranti (Ellu Bella) in Karnataka is January 14. Bhogi (January 13, 2025) is the first day of the festival. Yellu or Ella means til (Sesame seeds) and ‘Bella’ is Jaggery. A mixture of Til (sesame seeds), Sharkara (jaggery), dry coconut and groundnuts is given to friends, neighbors and relatives on the day. There is a popular saying of Ellu Bella in Kannada – ellu bella tindu, ollolle matadi! (Eat Til seeds, Jaggery and speak good words). Importance of Makar Sankranti in Karnataka Sankranti is celebrated when sun transcends from Sagittarius to Capricorn during the winter solstice in the northern hemisphere. Sankranthi means ‘change of direction’ and is based on solar event and it also marks the arrival of Spring Season. In Kannada culture, Sankranthi is synonymous with ellu (sesame-jaggery mix), sugar candies and sugarcane. Uttarayana , the da

Pongal 2025 date in Tamil Nadu - Importance of Thai Pongal Or Surya Pongal

Thai Pongal, an agrarian festival, is one of the most important Tamil festivals and is observed in the Tamil Month Thai. Pongal 2025 date is January 14. Pongal takes its name from the famous traditional Tamilian food of the same name and is dedicated to Lord Surya or the Sun God. The festival is also known as Surya Pongal and Perum Pongal. The festival symbolically signifies prosperity. History Of Pongal Festival Thai Pongal is an ancient Tamil festival and its roots can be traced back to the Sangam Period (200 B.C.). The festival is also referred as Makar Sankranti and is observed on the first day of the Tamil month Thai. It is the auspicious day when the Sun enters the Makara Rasi and heralds the arrival of the spring. The Pongal festival, with its historical roots dating back to the Sangam age, holds a rich cultural significance in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Originally known as "Thai Niradal," the festival marks the beginning of the auspicious Ta

Koolom Thazhe Kaavu In Thekkumbad Island In Kannur - തെക്കുമ്പാട് ദ്വീപ്

തെക്കുമ്പാട് ‌ ദ്വീപ് ‌ അറേബ്യന് ‍ തീരത്തായി സ്ഥിതി ചെയ്യുന്ന നാളികേരത്താല് ‍ സമൃദ്ധമായ ഒരു ചെറിയ കര പ്രദേശമാണിത് . ചിറക്കല് ‍ കോലത്തിരി രാജാവിന്റെ ഭരണത്തിന് ‍ കീഴിലായിരുന്നു ഇവിടം . അഴീക്കല് ‍ തുറമുഖത്തിനടുത്ത ദ്വീപായതിനാല് ‍ വിദേശ കച്ചവടക്കാര് ‍ ഇത് വഴി ധാരാളമായി വരുമായിരുന്നു . പയങ്ങാടി , തെക്കുമ്പാട് , മാട്ടൂല് ‍ , വളപട്ടണം നദികള് ‍ ഇതുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെട്ടു കിടക്കുന്നു . കണ്ണപുരം പഞ്ചായത്തുമായി ഒരു പാലത്തിലൂടെ ഇപ്പോള് ‍ ഈ ദ്വീപിനെ ബന്ധിപ്പിച്ചിരിക്കുന്നു . ഈ ദ്വീപിന്റെ തെക്കേയറ്റത്താണ് തായക്കാവും കൂലോം ക്ഷേത്രവും . ഇവിടെ ചുഴലി ഭഗവതിയും സോമേശ്വരി ദേവിയുമാണ് ഉള്ളതെന്ന് കരുതപ്പെടുന്നു . എന്നാല് ‍ സോമേശ്വരി ദേവിക്കായി ഇവിടെ ഇത് വരെ തെയ്യം കെട്ടിയാടിയിട്ടില്ല . എന്നാല് ‍ ഇവിടെ കരിഞ്ചാമുണ്ടി , വരാഹരൂപം എന്നീ ദേവതകളാണ് ഉള്ളത് . അതിനായി ക്ഷേത്രത്തില് ‍ പ്രത്യേക സ്ഥാനം ഉണ്ട് . തായക്കാവിലെ പ്രധാന ആരാധനാമൂര്ത്തി തായ്പ്പരദേവത ( ചുഴലി ഭഗവതി ) യാണ് . മാടായികാവു ഭഗവതിയുടെ മറ്റൊരു രൂപം . രണ്ടു സ്ഥലത്തും ഒരേ സമയത്താണ് തെയ്യം

Rica or Rik – Explanation Of Hymn In Vedas

Rica or Rik is a stanza in Rig Veda, the oldest sacred book, consists of ten mandalas (books) containing 1,017 hymns that comprise different numbers of verses. These verses, called riks or ricas (literally meaning hymn, praise or worship), are especially sacred verses, recited in praise of some deity. They give us a glimpse of the earliest form of poetry that has survived. Sabdakalpadruma defines it as ‘a verse that pleases’. Vacaspatyam defines a rk as a verse that has a fixed number of syllables, parts and pauses. There are 10,580 riks (rks) in all. The rik is composed in certain meters. There are 15 meters in all in the whole of Rig Veda. Out of them gayatri, anustup, jagati, tristup, pankti, usnik, and brhati are frequently used. Out of these seven, gayatri is found to be the most frequently used one. As many as 2,450 riks are composed in the gayatri meter. Jaiminiya Nyayamala defines a rik as ‘a mantra composed in a certain meter with a pause of half a pada.’ The samanas (mant

Sthayi Jaya Yog 2023 Dates

Sthayi Jaya Yog ( स्थायी जय योग ) is a highly auspicious period for performing all kind of auspicious events. It is believed that deeds and actions performed during the period will be successful. Here are the Sthayi Jaya Yog dates in 2023 -  January 2023 स्थायी  जय   योग Sunrise to 5:48 PM on January 3 9:34 AM on January 10 to before sunrise on January 11 10:43 AM on January 20 to before sunrise on January 21 2:46 AM to before sunrise on January 24 February 2023 स्थायी  जय   योग Sunrise to 5:12 PM on February 17 From sunrise on February 26 to before sunrise on Feb 27 March 2023  स्थायी   जय   योग 4:17 PM on March 3 to before sunrise on March 4 8:09 PM on March 10 to before sunrise on March 11 4:38 PM on March 14 to before sunrise on March 15 April 2023 स्थायी  जय   योग 7:41 AM on April 4 to before sunrise on April 5 11:21 PM on April 21 to before sunrise on April 22 9:19 AM on April 28 to before sunrise on April 29 May 2023 स्थायी  जय   योग 10:17 AM on May 12

Uttarayan 2025 date - Uttarayan Festival Importance - Food - Kite Flying

Uttarayan is the northern transit of Sun or Lord Surya and sun enters the Makar Rashi or Capricorn. Uttarayan 2025 date is on January 14 in Gujarati calendars. The day is popularly known as Makar Sankranti or Sankranti. In South India , the northern transit of Sun is known as Uttarayana Punyakalam – a period of six months – and is believed to be the day time of the Devas. The term Uttarayan is popularly used in Gujarat and Maharashtra . The transition of the sun, or Surya Sankranti, into Makar or Capricorn, is considered highly auspicious and meritorious. According to Saint Jaimini, 12 hours and 46 minutes pre-and-post Sankranti are considered sacred. During this period making donations and helping poor is believed to bring merit to the donor. Symbolically, the northern path is considered to be the path of Moksha. On Uttarayan, millions of people take a holy dip at the sacred rivers especially in Ganga and Yamuna – especially at Prayag or Sangam or Allahabad . T

Reason for the Use of Black Color and Sesame – Til or Ellu – During Makar Sankranti

Black is given special importance during Makar Sankranti. Black color Sesame – Til or Ellu – is distributed among friends and relatives. Delicacies made of Til are also eaten on the day. The main reason why black color and Til is used because it is widely believed that Sesame contains prosperities that keeps the body healthy and warm during Sankranti period. Another reason is that Makara Sankramana swaroopa or the personified deity associated with Makar is black in color. In many regions in Maharashtra people wear black colored dress on Makar Sankranti day. Black is worn on the day to keep the body warm as Sankranti falls during the winter season. Til and delicacies made from it are distributed in Karnataka, Maharashtra and Gujarat during the period.  A lot of importance is given to til (sesame seeds) due its property of keeping body warm. Sesame seeds (Til) are used to combat the cold in winter, as sesame contains oil which is healthy. This once again prov

Eravari Theyyam – Story – Information

Eravari theyyam is a very rare theyyam performed during the annual theyyam thira kaliyattam festival in the Kannur region of Kerala. As per information, Eravari theyyam was a person who lived long time ago and his piety and bravery gave him the form of a theyyam. Eravari theyyam is that of a man showing exemplary courage and protecting wealth and life of the people of the region. Eravari theyyam is performed at the Kannur Chalad Kunnathu Bhaavur Karinkali temple. The theyyam is worshipped for peace, prosperity and to defeat enemies.

About Female Theyyam Performer - സ്ത്രി തെയ്യം

ഉത്തരമലബാറിലെ ക്ഷേത്രങ്ങളിലും കാവുകളിലും കളിയാട്ടങ്ങളിൽ തെയ്യക്കോലം കെട്ടിയാടാറുണ്ടെങ്കിലും ഒരു സ്ത്രീ കെട്ടി അവതരിപ്പിക്കുന്ന ‘ ദേവക്കൂത്ത് ’ തെക്കുമ്പാട് കൂലോം ക്ഷേത്രത്തിന് ‍ റെ മാത്രം പ്രത്യേകതയാണ് . മറ്റെല്ലാ കാവുകളിലും തെയ്യക്കോലങ്ങൾ കെട്ടിയാടുന്നത് വിവിധ സമുദായത്തിൽ ( വണ്ണാൻ , മലയ ) പ്പെട്ട ആചാരക്കാരായ പുരുഷന്മാരാണ് . എന്നാൽ തെക്കുമ്പാട് കൂലോം ക്ഷേത്രത്തിലെ ദേവക്കൂത്ത് കെട്ടിയാടുന്നത് മലയസമുദായത്തിലെ ആചാരക്കാരിയായ ഒരു സ്ത്രീയാണ് എന്നത് തെക്കുമ്പാട് കൂലോത്തിന് ‍ റെ പ്രശസ്തിയും പ്രധാന്യവും വർദ്ധിപ്പിക്കുന്നു . കേരളത്തില് ‍ ‘ ദേവക്കൂത്ത് ’ തെയ്യം കെട്ടിയിരുന്ന ഏക സ്ത്രീയായിരുന്നു കണ്ണൂര് ‍ ജില്ലയിലെ പഴയങ്ങാടി മാടായിത്തെരുവിലെ വടക്കന് ‍ കൂരന് ‍ കുടുംബത്തിലെ ലക്ഷ്മിയേടത്തി . 2010 ല് ‍ ഇവര് ‍ തെയ്യം കെട്ടു നിര്ത്തിര . ഇപ്പോള് ‍ ഇവരുടെ കാര്മ്മിതകത്വത്തില് ‍ മറ്റൊരു സ്ത്രീയാണ് തെയ്യം കെട്ടുന്നത് . നാല്പ്പ ത്തി ഒന്ന് ദിവസം നീണ്ടു നില്ക്കുെന്ന നോമ്പ് നോറ്റശേഷമാണ് ഈ തെയ്യം കെട്ടുന്നത് . ഇക്കാലയളവില് ‍ മറ്റുള്ളവരുമായി ഇ

Stories Of Poonthanam And Melputhur Narayana Bhattathiri

The entrancing glory of Sri Krishna at Guruvayur became part of the lore, lyric, literature and life of generations through the lives of a handful of saintly devotees. One of them was Poonthanam Namboothiri, who wrote Jnanappana, and another was Melpathur Narayana Bhattathiri. Once, Poonthanam was chanting the Vishnu Sahasranama at the Guruvayur temple. The great Sanskrit poet and scholar Melpathur Narayana Bhattathiri was at the temple too. He overheard Poonthanam chant ‘Padmanabho Maraprabhu’ and corrected him saying, ‘Padmanabha is Amaraprabhu; not Maraprabhu!’ Just then a voice was heard from within the sanctum sanctorum, ‘I am Maraprabhu and Amaraprabhu. I am Sarvaprabhu!’ Melputhur was a great devotee of Guruvayurappan himself and had composed the Narayaneeyam in Sanskrit. It was after composing this work that he was cured of the arthritis that he had taken on from his guru. One day Poonthanam took his newly composed work Sri Krishna Karnamrutham to Melpathur and humbly reque

Devakooth Theyyam – Story – Information – Theyyam Performed By Women

Devakooth Theyyam performed at Kannur Cherukunnu Thekkumbad Kulom Thayakavu temple is the only theyyam performed by women during the annual thira – theyyam – Kaliyattam festival in Kannur and Kasaragod regions of Kerala. This theyyam is worshipped for peace, prosperity and good health. Devakooth Theyyam story is that of Goddess arriving in the region to pick flowers and getting lost in the forest. She prays to Sage Narada who guides her to various place in the region and finally she departs for earth from the Ayiram Thengu Valuvan Kadavu. For this reason Devakooth theyyam is performed along with Naradan theyyam. Devakooth Theyyam is performed once in two years at the Kannur Cherukunnu Thekkumbad Kulom Thayakavu temple (December 17 to December 21) - last held in 2022. നാല്പ്പ ത്തി ഒന്ന് ദിവസം നീണ്ടു നില്ക്കുെന്ന നോമ്പ് നോറ്റശേഷമാണ് ഈ തെയ്യം കെട്ടുന്നത് . ഇക്കാലയളവില് ‍ മറ്റുള്ളവരുമായി ഇടപഴകാതെ ഒറ്റപ്പെട്ട ജീവിതം നയിക്കണം , സസ്യ ഭുക്കായിരിക്കണം . ആളുകള്ക്ക്െ ഈ ദൈവ

Til Chauth - Importance Til Chaturthi Vrat in Magh Month in 2025 - Sakat Chauth

Til Chauth, also known as Sakat Chauth - Ganesh Chaturthi, is an auspicious day observed on the fourth day of the Krishna Paksha or waning phase of moon of Magh month as per Hindu calendar followed in North India . Til Chauth 2025 date is January 17. People apply Til or Sesame paste on the body and take bath on the day. The day is also dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Importance of Til Chauth The importance of the day and vrat is mentioned in the Bhavishyottara Purana. It is also known as Vakratunda Chaturthi. People who cannot observe all the Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat in a year can observe this Chaturthi Vrat. They will get the same benefits as observing all the 12 Sankashti Chaturthi in a year. How is Til Chauth Vrat Observed? It is a complete fast from morning to evening. The fast is broken after sighting the moon. Visiting Ganesh temples and chanting Ganpati Mantra is a must. Donations include Til and other food items made using Sesame or Til. Puja and Offerings Ganesh ha

Dream About Broken Violin – Meaning

Dreaming about broken violin is a warning sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means heart break or emotional attachment causing distress. It also means sudden problems in life especially those created by anger and frustration. Dreams about broken violin and if it belongs to you means you will face a strange situation involving a musical instrument and you will be unable to provide a logical expression. Dreaming about broken violin and you are still playing with it means you will face depression or a period of lull. It also means your thinking will be not proper and this will cause series of problems. Dream about broken violin and you are trying to repair it means you will regret an action. It also means something getting broken and causing damage to your plans. Dreaming about broken violin and you are seen with other people means a public function in which you were involved facing troubles.

Dreaming Of Broken Vase – Meaning

Dreaming of broken vase is a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will witness accidents or fights. It also financial damage due carelessness or over enthusiasm. It also means your dream will be shattered. It also means rejection or postponement of something very important to you. Dreams of broken vase and you are not seen in the dream means enemies will be active when you are away. It also means people working against you. Dream of broken vase and you are seen in the dream means you will get back a family heirloom or something that belonged to your ancestors. Dreams of broken vase and you see other people in the dream means merry making or fun or party going out of control. It also means people creating havoc and you witnessing it. Dreaming of broken vase and you see family members or police or authorities means you will be held responsible for an incident. It also means you will have to do some kind of explanations to prove that you are innocent

Wise Words Of Sri Sri Bharati Tirtha Mahaswamigal Of Sringeri Mutt

A small collection of wise sayings and words of Sri Sri Bharati Tirtha Mahaswamigal Of Sringeri Mutt. Happiness will elude a man who in spite of having everything in abundance, craves for more. Contentment is the most essential quality for a man. Without this, a man cannot be happy. A man devoid of ‘pride’ and the sense of ‘mine’ and having the face turned away from objects of senses, is not affected in any way, whether he lives at home or away from it. When a man projects himself and forgets God, the supreme dispenser of all karmas, and when he looks upon worldly success and sensual pleasures as the only criteria for measuring fulfillment in life, he begins to suffer. Humility and strength of character, acquired as a result of a sound education, ensure that the youngster will prosper in his or her profession and stay in the path of Dharma. It is ignorance that causes one to fail to see the self as distinct from the body, mind, senses etc. This in turn leads to suffering. Under

Dreaming Of Breaking Up A Fight – Meaning

Dreaming of breaking up a fight is a warning sign as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means you will witness something untoward. It also means things getting delayed due to activities of other people. It also means you will be forced to go to police or authorities to explain about something you have witnessed. Dreams of breaking up a fight and you are not seen in the dream means something bad will happen in a place associated with you especially when you are away. Dreams of breaking up a fight and you are seen trying to stop it means you will have to play the role of mediator between neighbors or friends. It also means an old problem returning back to haunt you. Dream of breaking up a fight and you do not know these people means you will be late for work or important meeting in near future. It is a warning sign and you need to start a bit early to avoid being late. Dreaming of breaking up a fight and you wake up terrified or angry means you will get injured or insu

Dreaming Of Torn Underwear – Meaning

Dreaming of torn underwear is a bad omen as per dream meaning and interpretation. The dream means embarrassment or shameful incident in near future. It also means something you have been hiding about you will be exposed. Dreams of torn underwear also mean change of financial fortune and bad luck. Dreams of torn underwear and you are not seen in the dream mean your thinking is clouded and there is no proper direction in your life. Dream of torn underwear and you are present in the dream means you will soon face weird situation in life involving people who do not respect social rules and etiquettes. It also means you can be kidnapped. Dreams of torn underwear and you see other people means you will witness something weird or kinky in a public place. It also means a freak accident resulting in a torn dress. Dreaming of torn underwear and you are happy in the dream means you will have fun and happiness in near future at the expense of someone else.

Dreaming Of Breaking Up With Your Partner – Meaning

Dreaming of breaking up with your partner is a very common dream and it usually is a sign of insecurity and doubt as per dream interpretation and meaning. It is common to feel partner is breaking up with you. The dream is asking you to clear your doubts and get things in line before proceeding with the relationship. Dreams of breaking up with your partner and you see another person in the dream means someone you trusted will ditch you. Dreaming of breaking up with your partner and you are angry and unhappy or crying in the dream then it is a clear sign that there is something wrong in your relationship. You should sort it out with the help of a mature friend or person. Dreaming of breaking up with your partner and you are not seen in the dream means you should give a proper thought about your relationship. You should avoid acting in anger or haste. Dreaming of breaking up with your partner and you are happy in the dream, then it means you want the relationship with partner to end