promise on makar sankranti
Radha Krishna, Patna. As soon as the day of Makar Sankranti arrives, an emotional tradition comes alive with the sweetness of sesame seeds, jaggery and rice. On this day in the villages, the elders of the house mix sesame seeds, rice and jaggery in a small bowl and place it on the palm of the children and ask the same question three times - 'Hamar tilkat bahabhi na?' Children's innocent 'yes, yes, yes' is not just an answer, but a promise. This promise symbolizes the relationship that involves the care of childhood and the support of old age. In the words 'Hamar Tilkat Bahbahi Na', the hope, trust and lifelong affection of the elders are hidden. This tradition makes children feel responsible without any preaching. This small ritual of Makar Sankranti contains a deep feeling of family, sympathy and connecting generations.
Tradition beyond sesame, jaggery and rice
As soon as the name of Makar Sankranti comes, the fragrance of sesame, jaggery and rice spreads in the house and courtyard. But the real identity of this festival is not in the dishes, but in the spirit that connects generations. In villages and villages, this day is not just a festival but also an occasion to remind of relationships.
small bowl, big culture
On the day of Makar Sankranti, the elders of the house mix sesame, rice and jaggery in a small bowl. Then the children's hands are extended forward and tilkat is lovingly placed on their palms. The very way of giving shows that it is not just Prasad but also blessings and lessons hidden in it.
While giving Tilkat, the elders ask the same thing three times, 'Hamar Tilkat Behabhi na?' This question is not simple. There is a sense of belonging, trust and hope for the future. Children answer innocently – 'Yes, yes, yes.'
Promise from childhood to old age
This 'yes' is actually a promise. The meaning is clear, just as today our elders are supporting us with their hands, in the same way we will support them tomorrow when age takes away their support. Children are taught the lesson of responsibility without any preaching.
Deep learning of rural society
In rural society the word 'Hamar Tilkat Bahbahi Na' is like a social contract. This teaches children that relationships are not just for today, but for the whole life. This is the reason why the elderly seem carefree about their future.
broken links in changing times
Today, when families are becoming smaller and relationships are becoming formal, such traditions are gradually weakening. Makar Sankranti in cities is now limited to kites, sweets and social media posts, while the emotional aspect is being left behind.
Faith still alive in villages
Despite this, this tradition is still followed with full devotion in the villages. There is trust in the eyes of the elders and the responsibility of the family is not just a tilak but is placed in the hands of the children.
real feeling of makar sankranti
'Hamar Tilkat Bahbahi Na' is not just a sentence, but a bridge connecting generations. This is the real spirit of Makar Sankranti, where rituals are more important than taste, and relationships are more important than the festival.