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    Culture of Maharashtra

    Maharashtra is the third largest state of India in terms of land area and second largest in terms of population in India. It has a long history of Marathi saints of Varakari religious movement, such as Dnyaneshwar, Namdev, Chokhamela, Eknath and Tukaram which forms the one of bases of the culture of Maharashtra or Marathi culture. Maharashtrian culture had large influence over neighbouring regions under the Maratha Empire. The state of Maharashtra spans multiple cultures which includes cultures related to Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists, Sikhs, Christians, etc. Lord Ganesha, Maruti, Mahadeo in form of Shivlinga, Khandoba, Kalubai devi, and Lord Vitthal are some of the deities worshipped by Hindus of Maharashtra. Maharashtra is divided into 5 regions: Konkan, Paschim Maharashtra, North Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha. Each has its own cultural identity in the form of different dialects of Marathi language, folk songs, food, dress and ethnicity. Wikipedia

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  2. bolumarathi.com

    Marathi folktales, rooted in the rich cultural tapestry of Maharashtra, India, are more than just stories. They are the carriers of centuries-old wisdom, values, and traditions. These tales have been passed down through generations, often through oral storytelling, and hold a significant place in the Marathi cultural heritage. For language learners, delving into these folktales […]
  3. in the State of Maharashtra. The term folklore was first coined by William Thomas, a British antiquarian in 1 846. The study of folklore materials was at the time, being carried on under labels such as popular antiquities or popular literature. Therefore he suggested a good Saxon compound folklore the lore the people, Willam Bascom suggests
  4. en.wikipedia.org

    Ganesh Chaturthi, a popular festival in the state. Maharashtra is the third largest state of India in terms of land area and second largest in terms of population in India. It has a long history of Marathi saints of Varakari religious movement, such as Dnyaneshwar, Namdev, Chokhamela, Eknath and Tukaram which forms the one of bases of the culture of Maharashtra or Marathi culture. [1]
  5. folklore is entertainment, the soul is enlightenment. Folk art is closely related to folk life. This folk culture is ... Maharashtra, there are 47 tribes including Bharia, Dubala, God, Warli, Mahadevkoli, Bhil Konkan, Thakar, Kolam, Pardhi, and many sub-tribes of the major tribes.
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    Pages in category "Maharashtra folklore" This category contains only the following page. This list may not reflect recent changes. M. Munjya This page was last edited on 30 May 2024, at 15:40 (UTC). Text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 ...
  8. booksameya.in

    The South-Western Indian state of Maharashtra has a rich history of folk tales related to every day of the week. Every day is reserved for a ritual to a specific deity. These rites are believed to bring emotional and financial prosperity to the devotees. This folk tale talks about the sampat vrata, or the special ritual observed on Friday.
  9. This document provides an overview of folktales in Maharashtra, India. It discusses the definition and study of folklore. It then describes the different types of folktales found in Maharashtra, including myths, fairy tales, legends, romantic tales, fables, and cumulative tales. As an example, it summarizes the myth of a woman whose name means "day and night" and her children the sun, moon ...
  10. indianblog.co.in

    Sep 9, 2024The legend of the Munjya, a prominent myth in Indian folklore, particularly in Maharashtra and some other regions, is rooted in a mix of supernatural, cultural, and historical traditions. The Munjya is often described as a malevolent spirit, and his stories are passed down from generation to generation, especially among rural communities. It holds a significant place in the traditional ...
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