PARTICULARS OF PAAVAI NOMBU IN MARGAZHI

   

 

During the Tamil month of Margazhi, there are several fasts and rituals that devotees observe: 

Paavai Nonbu

            Young women wake up before dawn, bathe in the Perumal temple tank or pond, and recite Tiruppavai Pasurams. They avoid ghee, milk, and beautifying tasks. 

Thiruvembavai

Young women bathe in water bodies, worship at the Shiva temple tank or pond, and sing Thiruvembavai hymns. They also witness Lord Nataraja's special worship and consume only one meal. 

Special prayers and rituals

Devotees wake up early in the morning, around 4-5 am, to perform special prayers and rituals. They take a holy bath, wear new clothes, and visit nearby temples to offer prayers and worship Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. 

Some other things to do during Margazhi include: Chanting the Bhagavan Nama for the whole day of fasting, Avoiding ghee and milk, Taking a bath early in brahmamuhurtha, Not decorating yourself, and Helping others. 

Paavai Nombu is a fasting ritual said to be performed by young women. It is believed that the songs of Thirupaavai were composed by Andal- a woman who wanted to marry her beloved God, Vishnu, as her husband. 

Paavai is a Hindu name for girls that means "beautiful girl". Seeking blessings from Pavai is one of the rituals of Margazhi. Paavai Nombu, is a ritual Tamil people observe during the month of Margazhi. 

The procedure for observing Paavai Nombu includes:

Singing: Singing the songs of Thirupaavai and Thirvempavai, which are dedicated to each sect respectively 

Waking up early: Waking up early in the morning, cleaning the doorstep, and applying a flower garland 

Taking a bath: Taking a bath in the cool morning air 

Walking: Walking quickly in the cool morning air 

Reciting: Reciting the Thirupaavai verses from memory 

Visiting the temple: Visiting the temple and seeing the deity 

Receiving prasadam: Receiving prasadam of the Lord in the morning 

 

Paavai Nombu is a ritual observed by Tamil people during the month of Margazhi to attain the Lord and for the welfare of the world. The ritual is characterized by austere practices and ideals such as: 

Spiritual awakening

Abstaining from earthly enjoyment

Performing arts, particularly music

Being righteous and ethical

Leading a selfless life

Practicing ahimsa

Doing every action as a sacrifice

The tradition of Paavai Nombu dates back to 160 BC. The original aim of the Nombu was to create a natural environment that would determine the amount of rainfall in the next season. 

Paavai Nombu is observed during the month of Margazhi, which falls between mid-December and mid-January. The tradition dates back to 160 BC. The ritual has multiple purposes, including the welfare of the world, Prosperity, and getting a good husband.

Anyone who is a young girl or woman can participate in Paavai Nombu to get her wish fulfilled.