In the first place, it's a celebration that doesn't play speculating amusements with us- - like our cherished Diwali or Holi, where one entangled schedule or alternate chooses which day the celebration "falls on". Of course, Lohri- - a Punjabi celebration - is praised on January 13 every year.
Despite the fact that prevalent view has it that Lohri is praised to check the finish of pinnacle winter, this celebration is customarily connected with the collect of the rabi crops. The customary time to reap sugarcane crops is January, in this manner, Lohri is seen by some to be a gather celebration. Also, subsequently, Punjabi agriculturists see the day after Lohri (Maghi) as the monetary New Year.
Rewri and groundnuts, anyone?As any individual who has ever commended the celebration in full enthusiasm around the blaze would let you know - gur rewri, peanuts and popcorns are the three edibles related with this celebration. Other than these, in Punjab's towns, it is a custom to eat gajjak, sarson da saag and makki di roti upon the arrival of Lohri. It is additionally customary to eat 'til rice'- - sweet rice made with jaggery (gur) and sesame seeds.
The rationale behind expending these nourishment things is- - the general time to sow sugarcane is January to March, and the collecting time frame is amongst December and March. The other essential sustenance thing of Lohri is radish, which can be collected amongst October and January.
Punjabi folkloreIf you haven't heard Punjabi ladies circumvent the fire singing "Sunder mundriye ho!", you unmistakably haven't had the opportunity to visit Punjab around Lohri.
The old stories - Sunder Mundriye- - is really the story of a man called Dulla Bhatti, who is said to have lived in Punjab amid the rule of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Being an incredible 'Robin Hood' some time ago, Dulla Bhatti used to as far as anyone knows take from the rich, and protect poor Punjabi young ladies being taken coercively to be sold in slave markets. He at that point went ahead to mastermind their relational unions to young men of the town, and furnished them with shares (from the stolen cash). Among these young ladies were Sundri and Mundri, who have now come to be related with Punjab's fables, Sunder Mundriye.
Happy Lohri Quotes & Wishes for Sharing
Wishing you a wonderful first Lohri!
Krishan can’t wait for you to be running around next year so that you can both throw popcorn into the fire.
With love always
Mama, Mami and a huge hug from your Big Coz Bro Krishy
Happy Lohri!! May all your wishes come true and may you achieve everything you desrire. Enjoy your day and don’t forget to put revari, popcorn & moongfali in the Lohri fire. It will definitely bring luck to you!
May this festival of zeal and verve fill your life with lots of energy and enthusiasm and may it help you bring happiness and prosperity to you and your loved ones. Happy Lohri to one and all!
This is going to be the first Lohri of your son Mihir. Hope you will hold grand celebration to mark the festival. I will try to join you in this special occasion and to wish my dear nephew a long, health and happy life.
This is going to be your first Lohri after marriage and mama is very upset that you are miles away from us. If you have Indian friends there call them and organize a small bonfire to celebrate the festival. This will make Mom and Dad happy. Do send us the pictures.
This is going to be the first Lohri of your grandson and you will be happy to know that we will be joining you. We will come three days in advance to organize a grand party.
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