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Lohri Traditions: Lohri, a festival celebrated in North India, especially in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal and Delhi-NCR, will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 13 in the year 2026. This festival is celebrated a day before Makar Sankranti and is associated with harvest, nature and the worship of Fire God. Taking Lohri fire as a witness, people wish for happiness, prosperity, health and good harvest. According to religious and folk beliefs, every item thrown in the fire of Lohri has special significance, while there are some things which are considered prohibited.
Religious and cultural importance of Lohri fire
The fire of Lohri is considered a symbol of purification, change and new beginnings. It is believed that offering offerings to fire removes negativity from the mind and surroundings and brings positive energy into life. This festival indicates the Uttarayan of the Sun and change in weather.
Due to which new energy and enthusiasm is transmitted. On the occasion of Lohri, people express gratitude towards nature, sun and fire. Therefore, Lohri is not just a festival of dance, song and celebration, but it is also considered an occasion to show respect for hard work, harvest and continuity of life.
What is auspicious to put in Lohri fire?
The items thrown into the Lohri fire are considered symbols of prosperity, health and auspiciousness.
Sesame and jaggery- Sesame seeds symbolize purity and penance, while jaggery represents sweetness and mutual harmony. Offering them in fire is considered very auspicious.
Peanuts and Revdi- Peanuts and Revadi are traditional items related to the crop, which are considered symbols of prosperity, food growth and successful fruits of farmers’ hard work.
Jowar and Maize- Sorghum and maize symbolize new crops, change of seasons and success achieved through hard work, which indicate progress and happiness in life.
Gram and rice- Gram and rice are considered symbols of completeness, stability and family happiness, which indicate that there is no shortage of food in the house.
Sugarcane or sugarcane products- Sugarcane and the products made from it are symbols of sweetness, prosperity and economic progress, which indicate bringing sweetness and happiness in life.
What are the things prohibited in Lohri fire?
Plastic or chemical items- Plastic or chemical items are considered impure from religious point of view and also increase environmental pollution, hence throwing them in the fire of Lohri is prohibited.
Salt- Salt has been associated with negative energy and poverty in folk beliefs, hence it should never be added to the fire during auspicious rituals and Lohri.
False or impure food- False or impure food is not considered worthy of offering to God as it violates the purity and hinders the auspicious results of Lohri.
Torn or dirty clothes- Torn or dirty clothes are considered symbols of poverty and inauspiciousness, hence one should avoid offering them in the fire of Lohri.
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