Dola Gowri Vratam
TeluguAlso known as: Dola Purnima
Dola Gowri Vratam
About Dola Gowri Vratam
Dola Gowri Vratam is observed on the full moon day in the month of Phalguna (February-March), coinciding with the Holi festival. It is dedicated to Goddess Gowri (Parvati).
Married women perform this vrat for the prosperity and well-being of their families. The goddess is adorned and worshipped with traditional rituals.
The festival involves swinging the goddess on a decorated swing (dolotsavam), which is the central ritual. Devotees believe that observing this vrat brings happiness and prosperity to the family.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Women observe fasting and perform Gowri puja, including the ceremonial swinging of the goddess.
- Wake up early and prepare the puja area.
- Observe fasting throughout the day.
- Perform Gowri puja and swing the goddess on a decorated swing.
- Distribute prasad and seek blessings.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Set up the Gowri idol on a decorated swing.
- Offer flowers, turmeric, and kumkum to the goddess.
- Swing the goddess gently while chanting mantras.
- Perform aarti and distribute prasad.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The swing symbolises the joy and prosperity that the goddess brings to the family. Swinging the goddess is a gesture of devotion and reverence.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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