Who is the great poet of Bihar?
Vidyapati Thakur
Vidyapati Thakur is the most renowned poet of Maithili.
Which God is Worshipped in Bihar?
The main god worshiped is Aditya the sun god with his wife Ushas the evening dusk goddess and Kiran the dawn goddess and Aditi the mother of Gods, the occasion generally resembles a carnival. For several days, ritual renditions of regional folk songs are sung.
Where is Bihari ji temple situated?
Bihariji Temple is one of the most revered places in Buxar that is frequented by pilgrims, locals and tourists alike. It is situated approx. 15km away from Buxar. The temple was constructed in 1825 on orders of the then Maharaja of the erstwhile Dumraon, Jaiprakash Singh.
How Banke Bihari came into existence?
Bankey Bihari Temple was established by Swami Haridas (Lalita Sakhi in Dvapara Yuga), a guru of the famous singer Tansen. Once at the request of his disciples Swami Haridasji sang the following verse in Nidhivan, Vrindavan “Mai ri Sahaj Jori pragat Bhai Ju rang ki gaur Syam ghan damini jaisen.
What is the tradition of Bihar?
Bihar has a rich cultural heritage. The predominant themes are from the myths and legends of Hinduism. The Hindu deities, Lord Rama and His consort, Seeta, and Lord Shiva and His consort, Parvati, form the main theme of folk paintings. Bihar, a land of many Buddhist Monasteries is also known as ‘The Land of Buddha’.
What is Bihari new year called?
Jur Sital Maithili New Year
Jur Sital
| Jur Sital Maithili New Year Aakhar Bochhor | |
|---|---|
| Celebrations | Feasting, gifts |
| Date | 1st Baisakh (14 April) |
| Frequency | annual |
| Related to | South and Southeast Asian solar New Year |
What is the main festival of Bihar?
Chhath Puja
Chhath is a major Hindu festival celebrated in Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh. Almost all civilizations have worshipped the ‘God Sun’, but it has a unique form in Bihar Chhath Puja is the only occasion where the setting sun is worshipped along with the rising sun.
Why is Kanha called Banke Bihari?
In the phrase Banke Bihari, the term ‘Banke’ suggests ‘bent at three places’ and ‘Bihari refers ‘the Supreme enjoyer’. Krishna is regarded as the Supreme Enjoyer as he knew how to find rasa in every aspect of life.
What is Bihar popularly known as?
Bihar was known as Magadha in ancient times. It was a center of power, learning and culture. The Maurya empire as well as one of the world’s greatest pacifist religions, Buddhism, arose from Magadha.