Mumbai, April 14: Across the country, festivals like Mesh Sankranti, Baisakhi, and various New Year celebrations are taking place today. In Bihar, the festival of ‘Satuwan’ is celebrated on April 14, marking the significance of enjoying the season’s first mango. It is believed that donations made on this day yield double the blessings. However, did you know that just a day after Satuwan, the festival of Jund Shital is celebrated in Mithila? This festival is associated with changes in nature and the prosperity of homes.
In Mithila, Jund Shital is also considered the beginning of the New Year. On this day, stale water from a pot is sprinkled on children’s heads as a means to seek blessings from parents and to protect against the heat. This festival symbolizes peace, coolness, and balance in life. It is also a celebration of connecting with nature, teaching the importance of water conservation and reverence for the environment.
On this day, women rise early to sprinkle water on every family member, blessing children with the words “Jural Raho, Jural Raho.” They also water the trees planted around the house. Notably, in Hinduism, the sacred Tulsi plant is adorned with a pot, from which cool water is offered. A small hole is made at the bottom of the pot, allowing water to drip continuously. This act is seen as a gesture of love and sensitivity towards nature.
It is important to note that on April 14, the sun transitions from Pisces to Aries. Following this day, the days grow longer, and the heat begins to intensify. This day also marks the start of the Vaishak bathing period and the commencement of Kaalpavas in Haridwar. The astronomical significance of April 14 makes it a day of great religious importance as well.
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