Literary Womaniya

  Aashadi Ekadashi- Celebrating the Divine connection. What a beautiful concept of culmination this is. The paduka of Pandurang's devotees (Sant) start from their respective samadhis in various parts of Maharashtra to meet their Vithoba at Pandharpur for Ashadhi Ekadashi. I have been lucky to listen to the stories of the following Sant from my elders.- 1.  Sant Gyaneshwar Mauli at Alandi, Pune in Paschim Maharashtra 2.  Sant Tukaram at Dehu Road, Pune in Paschim Maharashtra 3.  Sant Namdev Maharaj at Hingoli in Marathwada 4.  Sant Eknath Maharaj at Paithan, Aurangabad in Marathwada 5.  Sant Nivrutti Nath (Gyaneshwar Mauli's elder brother and Guru) at Trimbakeshwar, Nashik in Khandesh 6.  Sant Sopan (Gyaneshwar Mauli's younger brother) at Saswad, Pune in Paschim Maharashtra 7.  Sant Muktabai (Gyaneshwar Mauli's sister) at Jalgaon in Khandesh.  8.  Sant Bahinabai (great poetess) at Shivoor, Aurangabad in Marathwada 9.  Sant Janabai at...

  The Beautiful Tradition of Touching Elders' Feet in Indian Culture Right from childhood, Indian children are told to touch their elder's feet, especially before any important event like appearing for exams or going for any important work/meetings. Let's explore the rationale of this tradition and understand its significance. Symbol of Respect - Elders are revered in all cultures, due to their wisdom gained through experience. Touching their feet is a gesture of deep respect and gratitude. Acknowledging hierarchy- Our Indian culture places great importance on hierarchy and age-old wisdom. Touching our elder's feet signifies acknowledging this hierarchy and recognizing the elders' authority and seniority. It is a mark of humility and an acceptance of the wisdom that comes with age. Seeking blessings- The act of touching our elders' feet is deeply rooted in the belief that they possess a divine aura and that their blessings have the power to bring good fortune...