ఉత్సవం (Utsavam)
A festival or celebration, often a temple festival lasting several days
Overview
Utsavam refers to festivals and celebrations, particularly elaborate temple festivals that can span multiple days. The word combines 'ut' (rising/elevation) and 'sava' (that which causes), meaning 'that which causes joy and elevation'. Temple utsavams feature deity processions, special pujas, music, dance, and community gatherings.
ఆచరణలో అర్థం
Temple utsavams are excellent times to visit temples as special rituals and processions occur. Major utsavams like Brahmotsavam attract thousands of devotees. Communities often organize cultural programs during utsavams.
ఉదాహరణలు
- Brahmotsavam - Grand annual temple festival (9 days at Tirupati)
- Rathotsavam - Chariot festival with deity procession
- Teppotsavam - Float festival in temple tanks
- Vasantotsavam - Spring festival celebrations