Onam 2023 Date: Know the Significance and Story of the Ten-Day-Long Kerala Harvest Festival
Onam is an annual Indian harvest festival commemorated by people across Kerala with great zeal and enthusiasm. While many people associate Onam with being a Hindu festival, it is celebrated by people across all religions in the area.
Onam is an annual Indian harvest festival commemorated by people across Kerala with great zeal and enthusiasm. While many people associate Onam with being a Hindu festival, it is celebrated by people across all religions in the area. The ten-day festival of Onam 2023 will be celebrated from August 20, 2023, to August 31. While the ten-day festival of Onam is essential, the main celebration is of Thiruvonam - which will be marked on August 29. This annual celebration marks the return of King Mahabali to his village, and people across Kerala prepare a grand feast to celebrate with the King. As we prepare to celebrate Onam 2023, here is everything you need to know about this festival, Onam 2023 dates, when is Thiruvonam 2023, and more. Chingam 1 2023 Date: When Is Malayalam New Year? Know Significance and Celebrations Related to New Year in Kerala As per Kolla Varsham.
When is Onam 2023?
Onam 2023 will be celebrated from August 20 to August 31. While the celebration of Onam spans over ten days, the main commemoration occurs on the day of Thiruvonam. Thiruvonam 2023 marks the day that the Thiruvonam Nakshatra appears during the Onam celebrations. Thiruvonam Nakshatra for Onam 2023 Begins at 2.43 am and will end at 11.50 pm on Aug 29, 2023.
Significance of Onam 2023
The celebration of Onam begins on Atham Day - which falls on August 20 and goes on for the next ten days. The main reason for celebrating this harvest festival revolves around the story of King Mahabhali. According to folklore, King Mahabali was one of the most generous and kind kings, whose region was filled with prosperity and grandeur. The popularity of King Mahabali is believed to have made the Gods uneasy. Due to this, Lord Vishnu came on earth, disguised as a Brahmin named Vaman and tricked Mahabali into giving away his land. Consequently, Mahabali was sent to a lower world, but Vishnu allowed him to visit his land each year. The Onam festival celebrates this King's return. August 2023 Festivals and Holidays Calendar: Independence Day, Onam and Raksha Bandhan; Get Full List of Dates of Important Observances in the Eighth Month.
This is why people prepare a lavish and delicious meal of Onam Sadya, as people believe that King Mahabali will be visiting their home for the feast. The delightful meal usually includes all the fresh produce from the recent harvest season. Celebrating Onam is believed to help people to seek prosperity, happiness and good luck for one and all. Here's wishing everyone a Happy Onam 2023.
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