Avani Avittam is one an important ritual associated with the Brahmin community in the world. The festival is also known as Yagnopaveetha Dhaarana or Upakarma. Avani Avittam Festival is celebrated on the Shravan Purnima or full moon day in Avani masam.
Importance of Avani Avittam
The word Upakarma means 'beginning', that is, to begin traditional Vedic studies. It is on this day that the Sacred Thread ceremony (Yajnopavitam) is held for the Brahmins, as per the Vedas and rituals. The religious pouring of liquid called libation is performed by them. This is done to their ancestors to whom they owe their birth and to the great Rishis (sages) from whom they acquired the spiritual knowledge and the Vedas. It is believed that the thread changing process indicates breaking of all sins and making a new beginning. Taking a holy dip after the changing of thread during the day also forms part of the ritual.
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