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Wishing You Happy Raksha Bandhan…

Raksha Bandhan is a popular and traditionally Hindu annual rite or ceremony that is central to a festival of the same name celebrated in South Asia. It is also celebrated in other parts of the world significantly influenced by Hindu culture. On this day, sisters of all ages tie a talisman or amulet called the rakhi around the wrists of their brothers. They symbolically protect them, receive a gift in return, and traditionally invest the brothers with a share of the responsibility of their potential care. 

Raksha Bandhan is observed on the last day of the Hindu lunar calendar month of Shraavana, which typically falls in August. The expression “Raksha Bandhan” (Sanskrit, literally “the bond of protection, obligation, or care”) is now principally applied to this ritual. Until the mid-20th century, the expression was more commonly applied to a similar ritual, held on the same day, with precedence in ancient Hindu texts. In that ritual, a domestic priest ties amulets, charms, or threads on the wrists of his patrons, or changes their sacred thread, and receives gifts of money. This is still the case in some places.By contrast, the sister-brother festival, with origins in folk culture, had names which varied with location. Some were rendered as saluno,silono,and rakri.[A ritual associated with saluno included the sisters placing shoots of barley behind the ears of their brothers. 

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Navroz Mubarak, everyone

The auspicious festival of Navroz, also known as Nowruz, holds much significance for the Parsi community across the globe. Navroz literally translates to ‘new day’. Emerging from one of the world’s oldest religions – Zoroastrianism, the first day of the Zoroastrian calendar, Farvardin, is observed on March 21 around the time of the vernal equinox as the triumph of spring over darkness. While Parsi New Year falls in March globally, India celebrates it nearly 200 days after the world because the Indian Parsi community follows the Shahenshahi calendar. This year, Parsi New Year falls on August 16 (Wednesday) in India. 

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Navroz Mubarak to everyone

Navroz or Nowruz marks the beginning of the Iranian or Persian New Year.

It celebrated globally by different ethnicities for over 3,000 years.

To celebrate the day, we have curated some wishes and images you can send to your friends and family.  

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Happy Guru Purnima…

Guru Purnima is a religious Hindu festival dedicated to offering respect to all the spiritual and academic gurus. It is celebrated as a festival in India, Nepal and Bhutan by Hindus, Jains and Buddhists. This festival is traditionally observed to honour one’s chosen spiritual teachers or leaders. 

The celebration of Guru Purnima is marked by spiritual activities and may include a ritualistic event, Guru puja, in honor of the guru or teacher. Gurus are believed by many to be the most necessary part of life. On this day, disciples offer puja or pay respect to their guru.In addition to having religious importance, this festival has great importance for Indian academics and scholars. Indian academics celebrate this day by thanking their teachers as well as remembering past teachers and scholars. 

Traditionally, the festival is celebrated by Buddhists in honor of the Buddha who gave his first sermon on this day at Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, India. In the yogic tradition, the day is celebrated as the occasion when Shiva became the first guru, as he began the transmission of Yoga to the Saptarishis. 

Many Hindus celebrate the day in honor of the sage Vyasa, who is seen as one of the greatest gurus in ancient Hindu traditions and a symbol of the guru-shishya tradition. Vyasa was not only believed to have been born on this day, but also to have started writing the Brahma Sutras on ashadha sudha padyami.  

Their recitations are a dedication to him and are organised on this day, which is also known as Vyasa Purnima. The festival is common to all spiritual traditions in Hinduism, where it is an expression of gratitude toward the teacher by his or her disciples.Hindu ascetics and wandering sanyasis observe this day by offering puja to their guru, during Chaturmas, a four-month period during the rainy season, when they choose seclusion and stay at one chosen place; some also give discourses to the local public.Students of Indian classical music and Indian classical dance, who also follow the guru shishya parampara, celebrate this holy festival around the world. 

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Happy Jagannath Rathyatra

Rath Yatra is derived from two Sanskrit words, Rath, which means chariot or carriage, and Yatra which means journey or pilgrimage. In other Indian languages such as Odia, the phonetic equivalents are used, such as jatra. 

The Rath Yatra of Puri, also rendered as the Rath Jatra is considered the oldest and largest Hindu chariot festival celebrated annually, on the bright half of the lunar month of Ashadh. The festival is held at the city of Puri in the state of Odisha, India and associated with the deity Jagannath. 

In the Rath Yatra, the three deities are taken from the Jagannath Temple in the chariots to the Gundicha Temple, where they stay for nine days. Thereafter, the deities again ride the chariots back to Shri Mandir in bahuda jatra. On the way back, the three chariots halt at the Mausi Maa Temple and the deities are offered Poda Pitha, a kind of baked cake which are generally consumed by the people of Odisha. 

During the Jagannath Rath Yatra, the triads are usually worshiped in the sanctum of the temple at Puri, but once during the month of Asadha (Rainy Season of Odisha, usually falling in month of June or July), they are brought out onto the Bada Danda (main street of Puri) and travel (3 km) to the Shri Gundicha Temple, in huge chariots allowing the public to have darśana . This festival is known as Rath Yatra, meaning the journey (yatra) of the chariots. 

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Happy Akshaya Tritiya

Significance of Akshaya Tritiya

Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akti or Akha Teej, is an annual Jain and Hindu spring festival. It falls on the third Tithi (lunar day) of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the month of Vaisakha. As an auspicious day, it signifies the “third day of unending prosperity”

The festival of Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated as it brings good luck and success. The word Akshaya means “never diminishing or unending”. Hence anything, especially Gold, bought on this day, brings prosperity and more wealth in the coming future. It will never diminish and continue to grow or appreciate.

Akshaya Triitya Wishes

Akshaya Tritiya is believed in Hinduism to be the birthday of Lord Parasurama who is the sixth incarnation of Vishnu, and he is revered in Vaishnava temples. Hence, this festival is also called “Parasurama Jayanti

On the day of Akshaya Tritiya, devotees worship Lord Vishnu who is the preserver God in the Hindu Trinity. According to Mythology, Treta Yuga began on Akshaya Tritiya day. Vedic astrologers also consider Akshaya Tritiya an auspicious day free from all malefic effects.

The Akshaya Tritiya day is considered highly auspicious for new ventures, marriages, expensive investments such as in gold or real estate property or any new beginnings.

On this day, women (married or unmarried) pray for the well-being of the men in their lives or the one they may in future get engaged to. After prayers, they distribute germinating grams (sprouts), fresh fruits and sweets.

If the Akshaya Tritiya falls on a Monday (Rohini), the festival is believed to be even more auspicious. Fasting, charity and helping others on this day is another festive practice.

On this auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya, Team Blossom Inc wishes all their customers, partners, system integrators and resellers, “Happy Akshaya Tritiya

May Lord Vishnu bless all of you and bestow you with wealth, prosperity, good luck and bring new beginnings.

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Eid-Ul-Fitr Mubarak

Eid-Ul-Fitr significance

Eid-Ul-Fitr is usually celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic calendar, after the sighting of the new moon.

One month before Eid, falls the Holy month of Ramadan. Muslims, all over the world, observe fast (Roza) during Ramadan, for dawn to dusk, engaging in the act of worship and spiritual reflection.

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Eid-Ul-Fitr marks the end of this sacred month. It is the time of happiness and celebration, as Muslims express their gratitude to Allah for health and resilience during Ramadan. The festivities include wearing new clothes, preparing special dishes, engaging in acts of charity, and spending time with loved ones.

This festival holds significant historical and cultural importance for Muslims. It is believed that the Holy Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad during month of Ramadan, making it highly auspicious time for Muslims.

Fasting during Ramadan is seen as an act of devotion and self-discipline.

Eid-Ul-Fitr is a time to rejoice and break their fast with a delicious meal. Delicious mouth-watering dishes like Biryani, Nihari, Kebabs and Seviyan are served. Children receive gifts from Elders, known as Eidi, adding to the festive spirit.

Blossom Inc wishes all their customers, partners, system integrators and resellers, including their families “Eid Mubarak”

May the blessings of Allah open the doors of success and bless you with a healthy life, prosperity, and boundless happiness.

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Happy Baisakhi Wishes

History of Baisakhi

Baisakhi is New Year’s Day in Punjab. It falls on the month of Vaisakh. This festival marks the ripening of the Rabi harvest. The day coincides with the solar equinox on the13th of April.

It was, on this day that the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, founded the Khalsa (the Sikh brotherhood) in 1699. For Sikhs, this is as a collective birthday. It is celebrated on April 13, though once in 36 years, it occurs on 14th April.

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Happy Baisakhi 2023

On the auspicious day of Baisakhi, the farming community thanks God for the gone by wonderful rabi crop harvest season and prays for a more bountiful season ahead. For the Sikh community, the occasion of Baisakhi is even more special and momentous. The holy festival of Baisakhi celebrates the birth of Khalsa.

It was on this day, the Khalsa sect of Sikhism took birth. Khalsa, a collective body of all initiated Sikhs, was established at Kesgarh in Anandpur Sahib, by the 10th Guru of Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh in the year 1699.

On this day, prayer meetings are organized in gurdwaras across the country. People visit gurdwaras and listen to kirtans (religious songs) and discourses. The holy scriptures known as the Grantha are read, and the book is then carried in a procession led by five leaders of the congregation, carrying drawn swords.

The traditional folk dances of Punjab, called the Gidda and Bhangra, are performed with great enthusiasm. Processions include mock duels and bands playing religious tunes.

The celebrations of Baisakhi are similar to the three-day schedule of the celebrations of other Gurpurab’s.

Blossom Inc wishes all their customers, partners, system integrators and resellers “Happy Baisakhi

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Wishing everyone a very Happy Hanuman Jayanti

Wishes for Hanuman Janmotsav Festival 2023

Hanuman Jayanti is among the most celebrated Hindu festivals that commemorates the birth of Anjaneya, Lord Hanuman, the divine vanara who is an embodiment of pure devotion and loyalty in his service to Lord Ram.

Lord Hanuman is considered as the 11th Rudra avatar of Lord Shiva and is worshipped as a symbol of strength, knowledge, and devotion.

He is vividly described as an incarnation of God Indra, God Vayu and Lord Shiva. People from all walks of life worship him and admire him for his strength, humility, and valor.

Wishes for Hanuman Janmotsav Festival 2023
Wishes for Hanuman Janmotsav Festival 2023

As a devotee of Lord Rama, he is immensely popular for his devotion and great qualities. Like Lord Ganesha, he too commands respect and veneration from children and elders alike.

Etymology

There are two interpretations given for the word “Hanuman”.

According to one, Hanu means “disfigured” and man means “jaw”. Hanuman burnt his mouth when he was young as he tried to swallow the sun. Since he has a swollen mouth, he is called Hanuman.

According to another interpretation, Han means “destroyed” and man means “self-pride”. Since Hanuman personifies humility and total absence of pride, he is aptly called Hanuman.

Significance of Hanuman Jayanti

Hanuman is one of the most popular gods of Hinduism who played a significant role in the incarnation of Lord Roma proved himself as his greatest devotee.

It is believed that He is an immortal being and possesses immense power to eradicate all kinds of negativity or temptations. Lord Hanuman is an adherent devotee of Lord Ram and Sita and had never shown his strength or valor without any purpose. On this day, offering prayers and chanting mantras to worship Lord Hanuman is helpful to achieve these kinds of virtues.

As per the teachings of Hindu mythology, if you want Lord Rama to fulfil all your wishes, you can reach Him only through Lord Hanuman and Hanuman Jayanti is the most auspicious day for this. Lord Hanuman is not only an absolute devotee of Lord Rama but also a merciful God who takes good care of His devotees. Devotees strongly believe that reciting the divine hymn Hanuman Chalisa continuously helps to overcome all sorrows and difficulties.

Hanuman worship

Hanuman is worshipped in the temples and households both ritually according to the various traditions and through pooja ceremony in the households. He is also worshipped spiritually through bhajans, meditation and chanting of his names.

Millions observe fast on Tuesdays and refrain from drinking and smoking as a mark of respect for him. When people pray to Hanuman, they chant Hanuman Chalisa seeking his help and protection.

Hanuman Jayanti, a famous festival of Hanuman, is celebrated on different dates in various parts of India to honor his birth. In Maharashtra and Karnataka, it is celebrated on the full moon day in the Hindu calendar month of Chaitra, in Tamil Nādu and Kerala, during December and in Odisha during April.

Wishes on Hanuman Janmotsav:

Hanuman Jayanti is among the most celebrated Hindu festivals that commemorates the birth of Lord Hanuman.

Blossom Inc wishes all their customers, partners, system integrators and resellers, including their family “A blessed and joyful Hanuman Jayanti”

May the blessings of Lord Hanuman be with you always and bestowed you with peace, happiness, wealth, and prosperity.

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Wishes for a harmonious and blissful Ram Navami

Happy Ram-navami

Ram Navami marks the birth anniversary of Lord Rama. It is considered as one of the five major Hindu festivals. According to mythology, Sri Rama was the 7th incarnation or avatar of Lord Vishnu. He was born on the ninth day of the lunar month of Chaitra.

Celebrated as the day of descent of Lord Rama to Earth to save the world from the demon king Ravana, Rama Navami is a festival cherished by the ardent devotees of the Supreme Lord.

Happy Ram Navami Wishes

Ram Navami is a Hindu Spring festival which falls on the ninth day of month Chaitra. On this auspicious day, followers of Lord Rama keep a day-long fast. The fast begins in the morning and extends till the sunrise of the following day. Devotees also worship God by listening or reciting the epic Ramayana. The festival is also celebrated by performing the ceremonial wedding of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita.

The Significance of Ram Navami

Lord Rama was considered the 7th avatar of the Supreme Lord Vishnu and one of the most popular incarnations alongside Lord Krishna and Lord Parshuram. He was born to Queen Kausalya and King Dasharatha, ruler of the kingdom of Kosala, in a place called Ayodhya (city in modern-day Uttar Pradesh).

Considered as a supreme being, Lord Rama’s descent to the land of humans is celebrated as Rama Navami. Born on the ninth day of the lunar month Chaitra, the birth of Lord Rama in the Treta Yuga was for a noble cause. As he was the avatar of Lord Vishnu, it was believed that he would help the world get rid of the demon king Ravana.

Despite being a supreme being, Lord Rama ensured a life of hardships as common man. He was sent to exile by his father, King Dashrath on the orders of his stepmother Queen Kaikeyi. Being the dutiful son, He accepted his father’s commandment and went to exile with his wife and younger brother without any opposition. Thus, not only his name, but his deeds make his devotees worship him as a God and celebrate his birthday every year as festival of Rama Navami.

How is Ram Navami celebrated

Rama Navami 2023 is one of the major Hindu festivals and is celebrated with great fervor. On Rama Navami, lots of devotees visit temples. Some devotees delight in giving a bath and dressing up tiny idols of Rama and later place them in a cradle. A lamp is also lit in front of the idol, and kheer is made as an offering to God.

Some devotees celebrate Navami by giving food to the needy. Kanya Pooja is also performed on this day, wherein nine girls are invited to the devotee’s home and treated with respect as Hindus feel that they represent the goddesses. Prasad comprising halwa and puri is also prepared and offered to the girls.

The day begins with devotees offering prayers to the Sun. The Sun is a symbol of power, and it is believed to be Rama’s ancestor. Hence, it is believed that praying to the Sun in the morning to seek divine blessings is auspicious.

Devotees of Rama spend the day singing devotional songs and listening to recitals from religious books, and chanting Vedic hymns. Priests preach sermons from the religious texts. Some keep fast for the entire day. All these practices help purify the mind and the body. At the end of the day, devotees have fruits and sweets to break the fast. The chariot procession or Rath Yatra is an important part of the festival.

The images of Rama, Sita, Lakshman, and Hanuman are placed in a decorated chariot and taken out in a procession on the streets. Taking a bath in the river Sarayu in Ayodhya is another important ritual. It is believed to purify the body and soul. In South India, the festival is also celebrated as the wedding anniversary of Rama and Sita.

Wishes on Rama Navami:

The festival of Ram Navami is one of the most celebrated festivals amongst the devotees of Lord Rama.

Blossom Inc wishes all their customers, partners, system integrators and resellers, “Happy Ram Navami”

May all of you be bestowed with peace, happiness, wealth, and prosperity.