traditions

Theppotsavalu : Also known as Raft Festival, A Significant celebration observed in renowned Hindu temples. During this festival, divine idols are splendidly paraded either in Pushkarini (sacred tank) or nearby canals, rivers, and ponds.…
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Bottu Pettadam : In the presence of any elderly woman who enters her home, the virtuous lady applies a saffron mark on her own forehead, specifically between her eyebrows. Only then does she bestow her blessings upon the esteemed guest,…
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Singing Mangalam at the end of a performance or auspicious event signifies the conclusion of the storytelling or proceedings and is a way to offer good wishes and blessings to the listeners or participants. It is also a gesture of…
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Harathi : Also Known As Mangala Aarti is an important part of traditional Hindu worship. It is performed after the completion of the puja (ritual worship) of each deity, where camphor is used to offer the Aarti. During the Aarti, the…
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Altha : Parani A cherished Telugu tradition associated with adorning the feet. It is a delightful sight to see children wearing parani on their legs and dancing with silver anklets that jingle. During weddings, parani is applied to the…
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Deeparadhana : Lighting a lamp holds a significant place in our Hindu tradition. People start by taking a clean bath, wearing freshly washed clothes, and standing in front of God to light a lamp. The lamp is lit using either a cotton wick…
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Mamidi Thoranalu : In Hindu tradition, it is customary to build mango leaf arches during festivals and auspicious occasions. Mango leaves are considered essential and are used in various auspicious works. These arches are tied to the…
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Silk Clothes : Wearing Holds significance in Hindu tradition beyond its association with status and wealth. According to Dharma Shastra (scriptures on righteous conduct) and modern science, it is believed that every living being is…
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Worshipping Lord Venkateswara is a household activity in the Telugu community. On any occasion be it house warming, starting a new business, celebrating an important event in life - always praying Lord Venkateswara has utmost significance.…
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In the village where we live, there will be a neem tree which is worshiped as Mahalakshmi tree. The newly married couple is taken to that temple with mela talams and worshiped to that deity tree.
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