Saraswathi Puja – Celebrate Knowledge and learning with gifts

1. Saraswathi Puja – Celebrate Knowledge and learning with gifts Saraswathi Puja is observed as one of the major annual festivals celebrated in Indian culture. Goddess Saraswathi is known for knowledge, wisdom, and learning. The goddess is seated on a lotus, draped in white silk saree holding ‘Veenai’ – The musical instrument on one hand and a book on the other hand symbolizes. Special pooja is performed on Saraswathi Puja which is also known as ‘Vijayathsami’ in South India. Young children and students are encouraged to worship Saraswathi. Traditional gifts of gratitude and appreciation The nine days of Navratri is very special for different Hindu communities. Everyone buys special gifts for puja festival and visits relatives, friends and loved ones. Traditional Meenakari gifts, Diya and candle holders, Dry fruit boxes, divine idols, palm leaf gifts, Rangoli and many other traditional gifts can be selected. The hosts welcome their loved ones, shares sweets, and savories with them, sing devotional songs and spend time in narrating ancient stories to children. They also buy return gifts for Puja and give it as a token of love to all those who visit their home during the festival. Understand the significance of Sarawathi Puja in Children’s life Knowledge is wealth – It’s a well known saying and students are encouraged to pray to Goddess Saraswathi on this auspicious day. They pile up their books, school bag, pen, calculator and other study material to seek the blessing of the Goddess. Good education and knowledge help the children to face the reality of the world isn’t? Learn Arts, Music, and games – A student should have good knowledge of all aspects of life. Young age is the time to learn and adapt more than one skill. Apart from studying, they are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities, learn music, dance or any other art form. If your kid is eager to learn any skills, Saraswathi Puja is the right time to begin their dream. Be spiritual and encourage peace – teach children to meditate and sit in peace for a few minutes. Meditation helps them to concentrate on what they are doing, it improves their brain power, avoids any distraction and they are able to attain purity and wisdom from within. Celebrating knowledge and wisdom with gifts Choose the best gifts for Puja festival and encourage young children to be spiritual and acquire knowledge. Help them learn the traditions and make them feel happy by gifting them small presents. And do not forget the idea of return gifts because the tradition of return gifts can be traced back for centuries. It’s a way to make the guests and your loved ones happy. Choose practical return gifts for pooja that is meaningful and also symbolizes your love for each other. It should also help them celebrate knowledge and wisdom.