Every day has a special significance in Hindu tradition and culture. One of these is Vivah Panchami, which is the holy wedding day of Lord Rama and Mother Sita. This day falls on the fifth day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Magha. Although this day is considered so holy that celebrations are held in memory of the marriage of Lord Rama and Mother Sita, common people do not consider it appropriate to hold their wedding on this day. Let us know the religious, social and cultural reasons behind it.
Religious reasons for not getting married on the day of Vivah Panchami
The wedding of Lord Rama and Sita is celebrated on the fifth day of Navratri. According to the Ramcharitmanas composed by Tulsidasji, this day symbolizes the ideal and divine love of Shriram and Sita. Their wedding was held with the special blessings of the gods and sages. On this day, devotees worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and seek their blessings. It is believed that organising a wedding on this auspicious day could be like “challenging” the ideal marriage of Lord Ram and Sita.
Cultural Reasons for Not Getting Married on Vivah Panchami Day
In Indian tradition, the marriage of Rama and Sita has been considered an ideal. It is considered a symbol of divinity and dignity. Some religious scholars believe that on this day the marriage of God himself was solemnized, so it should be dedicated only to worship and reverence.
Apart from this, there is also a belief in society that getting married on this day can bring troubles in the married life of the couple. This idea is associated with religious beliefs and old traditions, which have been passed down from generation to generation.
Astrological reasons for not getting married on the day of Vivah Panchami
Vivaah Panchami is also considered a special day in astrology. Although this day is extremely auspicious, but from the astrological point of view, it is considered taboo to get married on this day. It is said that the special position of the planets on this day reminds one of the time of Lord Rama and Sita’s marriage. The marriage of other couples on this date may interfere with their auspicious effect.
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People’s beliefs and customs
On the day of Vivah Panchami, tableaux of the marriage of Shri Ram and Sita are taken out all over India, especially in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Janakpur in Nepal. This day is dedicated to devotion, devotion and bhajan-kirtan. On this day, people give more importance to God’s marriage than their own marriage and take a pledge to follow his ideals.
What to do on this day?• Listen to the story of Shriram and Mother Sita on the day of Vivah Panchami.Worship Lord Shri Ram and Sita and imbibe their ideals in your life.• This day is a symbol of family unity, love and reverence, so celebrate it with your family.
The tradition of not getting married on the day of Vivah Panchami is associated with religious reverence and cultural ideals. This day is the day to remember and take inspiration from the ideal marriage of Lord Shri Ram and Mother Sita. It should be dedicated only to the worship and devotion of God. That is why people avoid getting married on this day and celebrate it with reverence and faith.
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