Much more than a thread, Rakhi is a true symbol that signifies unconditional love. On the day of Raksha Bandhan sisters and brothers tie themselves even stronger with this sacred bond.
Even though this auspicious occasion is not originally a part of Odia culture, it has carved an overwhelming niche in the traditions of Odisha.
Initially marked as Gamha Purnima, the birth rituals celebration of Lord Balabhadra or Balaram, the eldest deity in Puri Srimandir, Raksha Bandhan has become an indelible festival in the State celebrated by all and sundry.
According to legends, Lord Balaram took birth on the “Full Moon Day - Shravanā Nakshatra Makara Lagna”. It is believed that Lord Balaram is the initial exponent of cultivation and the Lord of the farming community, so this day also has a huge significance for the farming community.
The term 'Gamha' is derived from the word Go-mata and according to the Harivamsa, Balaram was born from a cow named Rohini. It is also assumed that Lord Balaram is closely associated with the cattle herds. Therefore on this day, cattle are washed clean and worshipped. People tie rakhis on the horns of the cattle and decorate them with Mali or garlands.
Pancakes and sweets of different varieties are made and served to the cattle. In different parts of Odisha, especially in Paralakhemundi, Berhampur and Nayagarh, the birthday of Lord Balabhadra is celebrated through a popular game known as Gamha-Diyan or the Gamha Jump. This ritual is an integral part of Martial tradition of Odisha.
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