Paal Kudam (பால் குடம்) is a traditional ritual in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu, often associated with Hindu religious festivals and ceremonies. The term “Paal” means milk, and “Kudam” means pot or vessel, so Paal Kudam translates to “Milk Pot.”
In this ritual, devotees carry pots filled with milk on their heads to the temple as an offering to deities, especially during festivals like Aadi and Thaipusam. The milk is usually offered to the deity as a form of devotion and thanks, symbolizing purity and surrender.
Paal Kudam is often seen during special occasions dedicated to gods like Lord Murugan or Amman. The ritual is also performed as a part of vows or penances taken by devotees for blessings, healing, or fulfillment of their wishes. It is an act of faith, and the participants often observe fasting or other religious austerities leading up to the ceremony.
The procession is typically accompanied by other traditional practices, including drumming and chanting, making it a significant spiritual and communal event.
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