Hello All… I hosted a Dandiya Raas yesterday evening. That's
when I realized the very essence of it and how rich our culture
happens to be. So here am I sharing the very knowledge... Honestly,
everyone could do Dandiya and Garbha. But one must be aware of its importance…
Raas or Dandiya Raas is the
traditional folk dance form of Gujarat in India, and is
associated with lila of Krishna and Radha at Vrindavan. The word
"Raas" comes from the Sanskrit word "Rasa". The
origins of Raas can be traced to ancient times as in Lord Krishna performed Rasa lila". Garbha is a form of dance that originated in
the state of Gujarat in India. The word Garbha comes from the Sanskrit word for womb and so implies gestation or
pregnancy - life. Traditionally, the dance is performed around a clay lantern
with a light inside, called a Garbha Deep. This lantern represents
life; the fetus in the womb in particular. The dancers thus honor Durga,
the feminine form of divinity. The circular and spiral figures of Garbha
have similarities to other spiritual dances, such as those of Sufi culture.
Traditionally, it is performed during the nine-day Hindu festival Navarathri. Either the lamp (the Garbha Deep) or an image of the Goddess, Durga (also called Amba) is placed in the middle of concentric rings as an object of veneration. Along with Garbha, it is the featured dance of Navarathri evenings in Western India. During Navratri festival, in most of the cities of Gujarat people gather and perform Garbha dance.
Thus concluding I
am here wishing every one a Prosperous Navarathri and a Grandiose Dashera. Lets
recollect the wonderful love between Krishna and Radha and fill the air with
the very essence of their love. Lets behold up on us the blessing of Durga and
move with the tune…
Please Take Care :-)
Keep Smiling :-)
With Loads of Love,
Maddy.
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