On this day, devotional discourses (kÄ«rtan) are held in the temple of Deity HanumÄn (MÄruti) before sunrise. The kirtan is concluded at sunrise when Deity HanumÄn is born. Thereafter the idol of Deity HanumÄn is ritualistically worshipped and a Holy sacrament of sweets prepared from dry ginger (sunthwada) is distributed.
Abhishekams
The significance of abhishekam to any deity is as follows:
Sandal Paste : for developing a cool mind and mental peace
Turmeric : for healing, recovery from diseases, and matrimony
Coconut : for curing asthma
Curd Rice : for curing ulcer etc
Cowâs Milk : for progeny, to ward off snake curse etc
Honey : for developing a good voice
Gold : for prosperity