Aadi perukku harvest and prosperity festivals: Adi Perukku, also known as Pathinatam Perukku, is an important traditional festival of Tamil Nadu. It is celebrated on the 18th day of the month of the Tamil calendar, which usually falls in late July or early August. This year, Adi Perukku will be celebrated on 01 August 2025, Friday and this festival is expected to be celebrated on 02 August 2025 due to the freedom of the calendar. It is reported, which may be due to the subtle differences of dates in the Tamil Almanac.Also Read: Complete method of duly tying rakhi on Raksha Bandhan
What is Adi Perukku? The word ‘Perukku’ means ‘growing’ or ‘growth’ in Tamil. This festival is a celebration of increase in water levels in rivers and other water sources during the monsoon season. It is a festival of expressing gratitude towards nature, especially water-nerves, which are extremely important for life and agriculture. The festival is mainly celebrated on the banks of the Kaveri River, which is considered to be the lifeline of Tamil Nadu. Women and families gather on the banks of the river, offer prayers and enjoy special dishes.
Why is Adi Perukku celebrated? There are many important reasons and beliefs behind celebrating Adi Perukku:
1. Thank you for water gods: This festival is celebrated at the beginning of the monsoon for the rising water level in rivers, lakes and ponds to express gratitude to the water gods (especially the goddess Kaveri and the god of rain). Water is considered a source of life and a valuable gift.
2. Agriculture call: The month of Adi is a symbol of the beginning of the agrarian cycle in Tamil Nadu. Due to adequate water in the rivers, farmers start preparing for sowing and planting. This festival is a good crop and time to pray for prosperity.
3. Prosperity and fertility: This festival respects the fertility of nature and the qualities of life. People, especially women, pray for the prosperity, wealth and welfare of their family. This festival also respects the power of female energy and nature.
4. Family bond and community harmony: On this day, family and friend gather on the banks of rivers, make special food and share. This festival strengthens community spirit and traditional values.
5. Auspicious for new enterprises: Adi Perukku is also considered an auspicious time for new enterprises, such as marriage, home-entry and other auspicious works. The purchase of gold is also considered very auspicious on this day, because it is considered a symbol of prosperity. This festival of expressing gratitude to the Kaveri River and wishing for agricultural prosperity can brighten your luck.
Worship method and traditions:
On this day women wear traditional costumes.
She takes a dip in the rivers.
The lamp flows in the river.
Flowers and fruits offer.
In some places, the ceremony of germination of ‘Mulapari’ means nine types of grains is also played. Overall, Adi Paraukku is a festival that shows respect for nature, importance of water and prosperity in the coming year.
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