Makar Sankranti 2025 - Harvest & Harmony.pdf

The Sanskrit term Sankranti means “change” or a momentous transformation. The festival of Makara Sankranti in Hindu culture, celebrated in January, comes when Surya, the Sun god changes his course, moving from the Dhanu Rashi (Sagittarius) to Makara (Capricorn) or from the Southern to the Northern Hemisphere.

1. Celebrates the sun's transition into Capricorn (Makara).
Marks the end of winter and the beginning of longer days.
A major harvest festival in India.
Kite Flying: Gujarat and Rajasthan celebrate with colorful kites.
Pongal: Tamil Nadu honors the Sun God with special rice dishes.
Lohri: Punjab celebrates with bonfires and folk songs.
Magh Bihu: Assam observes feasts and community gatherings.
Til-Gud (Sesame & Jaggery Sweets): Symbolize unity and
warmth.
Khichdi: A savory dish made from rice and lentils.
MAKAR SANKRANTI 2025 - HARVEST &
HARMONY
MAKAR SANKRANTI 2025 - HARVEST &
HARMONY
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(TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025)(TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025)
?????? Holy Dips: In sacred rivers like Ganga, Yamuna, and
Godavari
?????? Worship of Surya Dev: Offerings to the Sun God
EMBRACE THE SPIRIT OF TOGETHERNESS, GRATITUDE,
AND JOY THIS MAKAR SANKRANTI!