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Raipur News: Here it is considered mandatory to take seven rounds in a marriage and the special thing is that in all the seven rounds only the bride walks ahead, which shows the cultural and social uniqueness of this region.
Raipur. The cultural heritage of Chhattisgarh has a distinct identity across the country due to its special marriage traditions and ethos. Many such rituals are performed in the weddings here, which, despite being different from the classical traditions, have been performed with deep faith and respect among the people for years. One of these is the tradition of taking seven rounds, which holds special importance in the society of Chhattisgarh. Pandit Manoj Shukla told Local 18 that religious texts generally mention four rounds in the marriage ceremony. In this, the girl walks ahead in three rounds and in the fourth round, the groom walks ahead taking the girl with him. This fourth round has also been linked to Laja Home and stone climbing at many places. The meaning of rock climbing is that it is believed that in the future in married life, difficulties like mountains may arise and overcome them together with your spouse. This message is given through this ritual.
tradition based on ethos
According to local scholars, this tradition of seven rounds in Chhattisgarh is based on ethos, which has been passed down from generation to generation. There is a belief among the people that the seven rounds are a symbol of the seven basic pillars of life – religious faith, loyalty, dedication, love, security, contentment and virtuous life, hence these rounds are considered very sacred in the weddings here.
The tradition of seven rounds remains unchanged
This round taken at night enhances the dignity of the marriage ceremony. Usually, this ritual is completed amidst the lighting of the fire pit, chanting of mantras and slow steps of the bride and groom, where the entire family and society wishes them well for their new life. Even today, no matter how much modernity increases in Chhattisgarh, this tradition of seven rounds remains firm. It is not just a ritual of marriage but a living symbol of social and cultural bonding, which the common people have been performing with full devotion and faith.
