Annakut
What does Annakut translate to?
Mountain of Food
Which day of Diwali is Bhai Beej? (1st, 2nd...)
It is the fifth day of Diwali
Why do people light diyas on Kali Chaudas?
To protect one from the evil forces of life
Which day of Diwali is Dhanteras? (1st, 2nd...)
It is the first day of Diwali
Which day of Diwali is the actual day of Diwali? (1st, 2nd...)
It is the third day of Diwali
When do we setup Annakut here at our mandir?
After Mangala Arti on New Year's Day
What is a prasang of the origin Bhai Beej?
After slaying the evil demon Narakasura, Lord Krishna visited his sister Subhadra who gave him a warm welcome with sweets and flowers. She also affectionately applied tilaka on Krishna's forehead.
What does Kali Chaudas signify?
Victory of Good over Evil
On Dhanteras, traditionally wives not only just buy gold and silver jewelry, but these more useful items as well which are?
Kitchen Utensils
What is a popular sweet prepared during Diwali?
- Gulab jamun
- Laddu
- Penda
What is the date of Annakut on the Vikram calendar (in Gujarati)?
Kartak sud ekam
What is often exchanged during Bhai Beej?
Brothers give gifts and promise to protect their sisters
Sisters pray for their brothers' long life and happiness and apply a tilak on their foreheads
What rituals are performed to ward off negativity on Kali Chaudas? (Name at least 2)
Cleaning the home, lighting diyas, wearing a new set of clothes, offering prayers/flowers/sweets, etc
What does "Dhanteras" literally mean?
Dhan - Wealth
Teras - Thirteen
Dhanteras - "the thirteenth day of wealth"
Lakshmi Puja is performed bathing the murtis in Panchamrut which is made up of which five ingredients?
Milk, yogurt, honey, sugar, ghee
How many thaals do we sing on Annakut day?
5
Who visited Yamaraja on the day of Bhai Beej?
His sister, Yami
This day of Diwali celebrates the victory of Krishna over which demon king, retrieving the precious stolen earrings of Aditi? (He also freed the 16,000 daughters held captive, and married them all as well.)
Narakasur
What metal is often bought on Dhanteras?
Gold or silver
What color is commonly associated with Diwali celebrations?
Red and Gold
Which day of Diwali is Annakut? (1st, 2nd...)
It is the fourth day of Diwali
What is the significance of Bhai Beej?
Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters.
Which day of Diwali is Kali Chaudas? (1st, 2nd...)
It is the second day of Diwali
Who do devotees pray to on the day of Dhanteras? Why?
Devotees pray to Laxmi for economic prosperity and success in their careers
What does Lakshmi symbolize in Hinduism?
She symbolizes wealth and prosperity