By- Naiteek Bhatt
In Sanskrit, Rangoli is actually known as "Rangavalli." In Hindu tradition, it is one of the primary rites performed before starting any religious activity.
The Sanskrit roots of Rangoli
Drawing Rangoli is traditionally done at the site of any holy holiday, religious festival, auspicious event, worship ceremony, religious observance that is dedicated to, etc.
Where to draw the Rangoli
The white ash that is produced by burning rice husks is used to make rangoli. After that, it is blended with organic coloring agents including indigo, kumkum, turmeric, and mehendi powder.
How it's created
In the past, women would chant holy songs while creating rangoli and designs.
chanting hallowed melodies
Rangoli for Diwali or other auspicious occasions, in particular, required to contain a spiritual component in order to establish energy centers that can aid people.
A spiritual component of Rangoli
Certain rangoli designs generate energy pools that direct and elevate people's positive energy.
It draws waves of energy
The rangoli's pattern is crucial in directing various cosmic energy towards the particular god being worshipped.
The secret is design
The environment is charged with the energies of a certain devi or devta during festive days.
Festive days are powerful
Another geometric yantra that draws energies to the site of a deity's ritualistic adoration is the rangoli.
Similar to a yantra