Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues
Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala, kept on the Thiruvonam star of the month of Chingam.
Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues
It remembers the return of the king Mahabali, who is said to visit his people once every year. The festival lasts ten days, with the flower carpet (pookalam) and the feast (Onasadya).
Key Rituals & Observance
Step-by-step sacred rituals and worship practices
- 1Step 1
Pookalam, the flower carpet, in front of the house.
- 2Step 2
The Onasadya feast on a banana leaf with many dishes.
- 3Step 3
Boat races (Vallam Kali), Pulikali and Kaikottikali dance.
Sacred Deity & Powerful Mantras
Lord Vishnu • Vedic and Puranic chants for peace and blessings
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Lord Vishnu · Mantra
ॐ नमो नारायणाय ॥
Om Namo Narayanaya
Meaning
Salutations to Lord Vishnu.
108 JapaSacred Mantra