Tying Mango tree branch to the entrance

Description:

The mama (maternal uncle) of the bride brings a mango tree cutting and ties it to the entrance. Mango leaves are regarded as symbols of purity, fertility and abundance. The presence of the mango tree is believed to bring blessings for a fruitful and prosperous married life for the newlyweds.

Location:

Manori

Date_accepted:

2024-06-24T13:17:27Z

Modified:

2024-06-25T06:25:42Z

Type:

Image

Creator:

Mumbai Archive Project Team

Contributor:

Ankita Jain

Publisher:

Jio Institute

Rights:

http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/

References:

Koli Community, Kuladevata, Haldi, Haldi Ceremony, Maharashtra, Mumbai, Koli, Karjai Mata, Mumbai Archive Project, Mangalashtakas, Grihadevata, Sakharpuda, Kelvan, Paithani Saree, Garli Mata, and Koliwada

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