In English
Significance of festivals
All festivals have esoteric significance. They have a deep spiritual meaning. Today's holy festival is related to the beginning of the (apparent northward movement of the sun). The sun moves every month from one house of the zodiac to the next. Today the sun enters the house of Capricorn - - and hence it is known as . This auspicious day heralds the conferment of many worldly and spiritual blessings on man. The day is a witness to the prospective successes of man in many fields. The advent of is glorified in a song which describes how farmers greet the sun and celebrate the gathering of harvest and enjoy the fruits of their labours. day marks the arrival in the farmer's houses of the grains which are the fruits of their labours. is a holy festival for a worldly achievement. It is also a cherished day of rest in the cool atmosphere. Man needs days of rest after a period of hard work. Only then he can enjoy peace of mind.