BANGLE CEREMONY by SNAKEY
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Description
Ornaments on the arms and wrists were worn in India from the days of the Indus Valley Civilization (2300-1000 B.C.) as is evident from the bronze figurine found in Mohenjodaro. Bangles cover the entire arm of this figures display bangles as do the cave paintings in the Ajanta and Ellora.
Bangles, the decorative ornaments, have over the centuries acquired a cultural, social and religious significance. Literature has glorified this ornament and made it the epitome of feminine grace.
Hindu girls and woman always wear some bangles round both their wrists as it is considered inauspicious to be bare armed.
This beautiful display of Bangles is by my neice who will be getting married on 11th May, 2006 as per typical Hindu tradition.
These Bangles are part of one such ceremony where the girl is offered colored Bangles by all close relatives and friends as a mark of blessing to the would be wed girl and as a gesture of Best Wisehs.
Ivory bangles like the glass ones are an important item for brides of some communities. A bride from Punjab is traditionally given slender ivory choodas (bangles) in white and red. These bangles are given only in multiples of four. Over the years the expensive ivory has been replaced by lac and plastic but the custom continues. The bride wears these bangles for a period of three to six months and as long as the bangles are on she is generally pampered as the new bride and not given and kitchen duties to perform. The day she enters the kitchen to work she takes off her chooda and gifts them to a priest or to the local shrine.
That will come latter, right?? Yeah, I surely plan to give RR a dose of North Indian marriage ceremony.
Wait and Watch!!
((( Pardon my absence from RR and visit to your Gallaries...... my back is having trouble again and so severe that I am unable to sit. Soon as I go better I will be back with a Bang!! or more Bangles???)))
;)
SNAKEY
Comments (20)
WiserAngel
What an amazing display of color and a wonderful tradition. This is any woman's dream come true...JEWELRY! Love it!
Luka_30
Yes, an amazing display, and so colorful. I am glad you explained the meaning of this jewelry!
Richardphotos
interesting history behind your customs and obvious alot of pride. was your niece promised as a young girl? and probably the grooms parents must provide a huge dowery? sorry about your back trouble.
erlandpil
Beautifult image
barbdennist
What a stunning picture, and a wonderful lesson about your culture. I can't wait to see the wedding photos. I have missed seeing your photos so I hope your back is better soon so you can post again.
SoulSearcherr
ohhh..neat shot...such bright and beautiful colors
Apophis906
Wow thats amazing, not just the shot, but the insight into the meaing behind it. Keep it up.
marybelgium
very interesting and beautiful presentation ! All the best for you !
firestorm
i haven't heared the sound of glass bangles in a while...lovely picture :)
Loloe
Wow!!!Superb capture!!!An Indian friend offered me some glass bangles 20 years ago (not for wedding!)and I adored wearing them, unfortunately it's so fragile! I hope you'll feeling better soon, take care!
pm_hackworth
One of your best! VOTE
claudialee
Food, Lodging, and Jewelry. Everything else is a luxury!!!! The information is fascinating. I'm not sure why the custom of giving everything to the Priest bothers me, because he surely won't be wearing it. Seems a shame to take something so beautiful away from a lovely young woman. Wow, now I guess that I'm in real trouble. Sorry!! hugs!!!
sharky_
Love to see these colorful bracelets on a ladys wrist. Excellent. Aloha
Blush
What a colorful display of bangles Love this and hope you feel better soon I can't sit long either so I can sympathize with you there... Perfect image sweetie Vote n hugs Susan~
parb1194
Impressive capture of jewlery and color....Accolades!!!!!
jcv2
Wow, that is quite some display! Whew! Great to see how your niece will be decorated! Gorgeous work, Raj!
1pearl
Very beautiful idea !!! Excellent shot !!!
weesel
Excellent narrative. I like to hear about the various customs, etc. Combined with images like this and in a forum like this it all comes alive... not just an odd paragraph in a 4th-grade geography book... if they even teach this sort of thing any more. More, please. ;-)
SophiaDeer
Breathtaking!! What a gorgeous bride she is going to be. I wish her much happiness. May is a wonderful month to be married in..my hubby and I will be married 18 years May 1st. Outstanding information as well. India has such rick and beautiful traditions.
Mousson
J'adore ce cadrage serré...