Onam is the major and vibrant festival of the southern Indian state of Kerala, which the people there celebrate with great fanfare. It is primarily celebrated to commemorate the harvest and it’s also remembered as the return of King Mahabali, whose saga is related to Hindu mythology. The essence of Onam speaks to the cultural identity and unity of the people of Kerala.
Starting from 6th September, Friday, Onam in 2024 will end on 15th September, Sunday. Thiruvonam would fall on 15th September as the main day of Onam. The festival is stretched over ten days starting with ‘Atham’ and ending up on ‘Thiruvonam’. Each day in these ten days has its own special significance and religious rituals.
Onam is associated with King Mahabali, who was an ancient Asura king. It is believed that during the rule of Mahabali, Kerala passed through a golden age, in which peace and prosperity prevailed everywhere. The popularity of Mahabali grew and this made the gods fear that Mahabali might become more powerful than them.
Worried by this, the gods sought help from Lord Vishnu. Lord Vishnu took the avatar in the form of Vamana, a small Brahmin, and requested a donation of three steps of land from Mahabali. Due to the generosity in his heart, Mahabali gave this donation to Vamana; hence, Lord Vishnu measured the whole world in his two steps, and for the third step, Mahabali offered his head to Lord Vishnu. Lord Vishnu was pleased with the devotion of Mahabali and allowed him to visit his kingdom once a year. This visit is celebrated as Onam.
Onam is a significant festival for the people of Kerala from a religious and cultural point of view. This is not only a harvest festival, but also a manifestation of Kerala’s cultural heritage unity and brotherhood. Thank offering to the earth and giving a warm reception to their favorite king Mahabali are two of the most significant motives of Onam. People adore both Lord Vamana and King Mahabali and pray for the health and wealth of their family members by worshipping them.
Celebrate Onam 2024 with Malayalam wishes, quotes, messages, and greetings, honoring Kerala’s rich cultural heritage and King Mahabali.
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Best Onam 2024 Wishes in Malayalam, Greetings, Quotes, and Shayari
Happy Onam! May your life be filled with the richness of the harvest, happiness, and prosperity.
Wishing you a joyful Onam! May the festival bring you and your family an abundance of love, joy, and success.
Happy Onam! May the colors of Onam fill your life with happiness and your heart with peace.
Onam greetings to you! May the festival be as vibrant and beautiful as the flowers in your Onam pookalam.
Wishing you a prosperous Onam! May this festival bring you closer to your loved ones and fill your home with laughter.
Happy Onam! May this auspicious occasion bring you and your family good health, happiness, and harmony.
Onam wishes to you! May your life be as sweet as the Onam sadya and as colorful as the Onam celebrations.
Happy Onam! May the spirit of Onam fill your home with warmth, love, and joy.
Wishing you a grand Onam! May your life be decorated with the blessings of the harvest and the joy of the festival.
Happy Onam! May the festive season bring you prosperity, happiness, and success in all your endeavors.
Onam greetings! May this festival of harvest bring you an abundance of joy, good health, and peace.
Wishing you a joyful Onam! May the celebration bring you closer to your family and fill your heart with happiness.
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Happy Onam! May the spirit of the festival inspire you to achieve great things and bring prosperity to your life.
Onam wishes! May the festival bring a bounty of blessings, joy, and prosperity into your life.
Happy Onam! May the vibrant celebrations and delicious food bring you immense joy and a sense of togetherness.
Wishing you a delightful Onam! May your life be filled with the colors of joy and the richness of the harvest.
Happy Onam! May this festive season shower you with blessings and fill your home with laughter and joy.
Onam greetings! May the festival bring you and your family an abundance of love, happiness, and success.
Wishing you a prosperous Onam! May the spirit of the festival illuminate your life with joy and peace.
Happy Onam! May this festival of harvest bring prosperity, joy, and good fortune to your life.
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