Chariot Kolam
Ther/Ratham Kolam drawn for Rathasapthami. A dotted Ther kolam for Ratha Saptami. The day which falls on 14th of Febuary this year marks the movement of Sun from Capricon towards North.
Ther/Ratham Kolam drawn for Rathasapthami. A dotted Ther kolam for Ratha Saptami. The day which falls on 14th of Febuary this year marks the movement of Sun from Capricon towards North.
The day is depicted by the Sun God riding the chariot with seven horses representing the seven colours of rainbow towards North.
A chariot kolam for this occasion. As per Hindu Mythology Sun God, who is the main source of living being is worshiped on this very day.
Purify Doorstep with Turmeric Water
Wash the doorstep or puja threshold clean with auspicious turmeric water. Mark straight horizontal baseline bounds along the step edges with chalk or rice paste.
Pull Synchronous Double White Lines
Dip index and middle fingers simultaneously into wet rice paste (Maa Kolam). Pull straight, parallel twin lines across the threshold without lifting your hand.
Construct Rectilinear Stepped Frames
Draw concentric square frames, stepped terraces, and sharp 90-degree corner junctions. Position a sacred lotus (Kamalam) or 8-pointed star in the center.
Border with Vibrant Red Kaavi
Fill the interior margins and perimeter boundary with deep red Kaavi (geru ochre). The red-and-white contrast creates an auspicious energetic barrier against negativity.
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