2nd February 2025
“When winter comes, can spring be far behind.” ~ Shakespeare
Basant Panchmi marks the advent of spring(Basant Ritu) when it is time for every bush & bower to spring to life with blooms & bursts of colour & fragrance, vibrant as sparklers in festive display.
It is believed that Goddess Saraswati, the symbol of wisdom, knowledge, and creativity, was born on this day.
This day is also celebrated as the day that signifies the spread of knowledge through application in practice, innovation & creative adaptation.
In earlier times, this day was earmarked for the beginning of formal education.
Since the yellow colour holds special significance, people are seen wearing yellow clothes and red tilak on their forehead. This is also in keeping with the prevalent colour of nature at this time when yellow sarson or mustard flowers and marigold are in bloom. “Through the ages, yellow has stood for wisdom and intellect. It’s the colour of the sun and symbolises knowledge and intellectual energy.
Since realising the presence of the Supreme Being is a form of knowledge, it is seen as a befitting thing to wear. People also cook yellow food, getting into the festive mood.
The whole world celebrates the advent of Basant. The entire animal kingdom becomes practically lifeless on account of the severities of the winter season.
Even fire and sun appear to get cramped due to severe cold. With the advent of Basant, everything gets transformed; there’s life once again.
All animals begin to feel the warmth of the season and one feels that fire and sun have regained their heat.
In short, the severities of winter come to an end and signs of new life make their appearance everywhere.
Basant is the appropriate time to revive our bonding with nature.
May Goddess Saraswati bless you with wisdom, success, and happiness &
May the festival of Basant Panchami bring prosperity, joy, and a fresh start to your life.
Celebrate Basant Panchmi & stay blessed forever.