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11. Performing the Abhangas

Descrizione:: Abhanga is a form of devotional music and poetry narrated throughout the procession. The term ‘abhanga’ literally means ‘unbroken’ or ‘indestructible,’ symbolizing the eternal and continuous nature of devotion. They convey spiritual teachings, emphasizing the importance of inner purity, detachment, and the pursuit of moksha (liberation).
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Mumbai, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Worli
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

12. Singing of devotional abhangas

Descrizione:: Devotional abhangas are sung as part of the all-night vigil. Abhangas are typically written in quatrains (four-line stanzas) with a simple and rhythmic structure set to melodious tunes, making them easy to sing and remember. They are accompanied by traditional instruments such as the dhol, the kartal, the manjeera, and the tanpura.
Parola chiave:: Maharashtra, Mahashivaratri, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Mumbai, Koli, Koliwada, Mumbai Archive Project, Mukhalingam, Worli, and Shiva
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

13. Converting the svayambhu lingam into a mukhalingam on Maha Shivaratri

Descrizione:: On Maha Shivaratri, the svayambhu lingam is converted into a mukhalingam by covering it with a metal kavach (armour or casing) carved in the shape of the head of Shiva. The term mukhalingam is derived from mukha, meaning "face," i.e., the face of Lord Shiva.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Mumbai, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Svayambhu lingam, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Worli
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

14. Significance of coconut in Koli community

Descrizione:: The Koli community has a deep connection to the sea and marine life. The coconut holds significant cultural, religious, and economic importance in Koli culture. On the day of Maha Shivaratri, a special coconut is brought to the temple, protected by an umbrella, a symbol of royalty.
Parola chiave:: Maharashtra, Mahashivaratri, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Mumbai, Koli, Koliwada, Mumbai Archive Project, Mukhalingam, Worli, and Shiva
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

15. Movement of the palanquin through the streets

Descrizione:: The route taken by the palki includes temples, homes of devotees, and public spaces, symbolizing the spread of divine blessings across the community. The movement of the palanquin through the streets represents the journey of the deity, blessing the areas and people it passes by. This journey is symbolic of the divine's omnipresence and its accessibility to devotees.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Mumbai, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Worli
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

16. Children making rangolis

Descrizione:: Children participate in making rangoli designs.
Parola chiave:: Maharashtra, Mahashivaratri, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Mumbai, Koli, Koliwada, Mumbai Archive Project, Mukhalingam, Worli, and Shiva
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

17. Women waiting to welcome the palki procession

Descrizione:: Women wait in anticipation outside their homes with an aarti thali in hand to welcome the palki procession. The thali (plate) usually contains a diya (oil lamp), incense sticks, marigold flowers, and raw rice grains. A small bell is rung during aarti to invoke the divine and ward off negative energies.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Worli, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Mumbai
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

18. Witnessing the palki procession

Descrizione:: Being part of a palki procession or witnessing it is considered spiritually uplifting. It symbolizes the elevation of the human spirit by being in close proximity to the divine.
Parola chiave:: Maharashtra, Mahashivaratri, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Mumbai, Koli, Koliwada, Mumbai Archive Project, Mukhalingam, Worli, and Shiva
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

19. The Nauvari Saree

Descrizione:: The Nauvari saree, also known as the Kashta saree, is a traditional Maharashtrian attire worn by Koli women. The Nauvari saree is a nine-yard saree, as opposed to the regular six-yard saree. It is draped in a specific manner that allows for greater freedom of movement, making it practical for women engaged in the fishing business.
Parola chiave:: Koli, Shiva, Mumbai, Mumbai Archive Project, Mahashivaratri, Mukhalingam, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Maharashtra, Koliwada, and Worli
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

20. Devotees worshipping the Mukhalingam in the procession

Descrizione:: Devotees stand in line for hours to observe the darshan of the procession. Darshan is based on the philosophical concept of Advaita (non-duality), where the devotee and the divine are seen as one. Darshan is thus a realization of this oneness. It is believed that through darshan, devotees establish a direct connection with the divine, experiencing a sense of peace and spiritual fulfilment.
Parola chiave:: Maharashtra, Mahashivaratri, Papvimochneshwar Temple, Mumbai, Koli, Koliwada, Mumbai Archive Project, Mukhalingam, Worli, and Shiva
Creatore:: Mumbai Archive Project Team
Collaboratore:: Ankita Jain
Owner:: tushar1.ayyar@jioinstitute.edu.in
Editore:: Jio Institute
luogo:: Worli
Data caricata:: 21-06-2024
Data modificata:: 21-06-2024
Rights Statement Tesim:: In Copyright
Resource Type:: Image

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11. Performing the Abhangas

12. Singing of devotional abhangas

13. Converting the svayambhu lingam into a mukhalingam on Maha Shivaratri

14. Significance of coconut in Koli community

15. Movement of the palanquin through the streets

16. Children making rangolis

17. Women waiting to welcome the palki procession

18. Witnessing the palki procession

19. The Nauvari Saree

20. Devotees worshipping the Mukhalingam in the procession

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14. Significance of coconut in Koli community

15. Movement of the palanquin through the streets

16. Children making rangolis

17. Women waiting to welcome the palki procession

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19. The Nauvari Saree

20. Devotees worshipping the Mukhalingam in the procession

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