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Confused About Lohri's Date - January 13 or 14? Find Out the Exact Day and Puja Timings!

  • Posted on January 6, 2024
  • Lifestyle
  • By Arijit Dutta
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Lohri, a festive occasion celebrated predominantly by Hindu and Sikh communities in Punjab and Haryana, marks the transition from winter to spring and the harvest season's onset. This article delves into its significance, dates (January 14, 2024), puja timings, and cherished traditions like bonfire lighting, prayers, and offerings.

Confused About Lohri's Date - January 13 or 14? Find Out the Exact Day and Puja Timings! Image Source -www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Amidst the vibrant tapestry of cultural celebrations, Lohri stands tall, marking the onset of the harvest season and the transition from winter to spring. This festival, deeply cherished by Hindu and Sikh communities primarily in Punjab and Haryana, embodies an essence of abundance, fertility, and the cyclical renewal of life.

Known by various names like Lohadi or Lal Loi, this celebration is a testimony to gratitude toward nature's bounty. It holds roots firmly embedded in the cultural fabric of the region, celebrated with fervor, exuberance, and time-honored rituals passed down through generations.

At its core, Lohri is a tribute to successful harvests, an acknowledgment of divine blessings, and an expression of joy for the lengthening days and warming weather. Its significance lies not only in the celebration of nature's abundance but also in the community coming together, singing traditional songs, performing dances, and relishing delectable cuisine.

The date of Lohri sometimes creates confusion, yet this year, clarity reigns - it's set for January 14, 2024, according to the Drik Panchang. Marking this auspicious occasion, the puja timings have been meticulously delineated - Tritiya tithi until 07:59 AM on January 14 and Chaturthi tithi until 04:59 AM on January 15.

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Rituals during Lohri are steeped in symbolism, none more prominent than the lighting of the bonfire. Symbolizing the Sun's energy, offerings like sesame seeds, jaggery, and peanuts are made, signifying gratitude and the anticipation of prosperity. The fragrance of burning sugarcane fills the air, enhancing the aura of reverence and celebration.

The crops harvested during this period played a pivotal role in the festivities, transformed into bhog - offerings presented with immense reverence to the sacred fire. This amalgamation of traditions, prayers, and communal celebrations paints the canvas of Lohri's cultural richness and enduring significance.

Lohri, with its multifaceted significance and rituals, continues to unite communities, fostering a spirit of togetherness, gratitude, and reverence for nature's bounty.

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