Flourishing Fields: Celebrating Pongal, The Tamil Harvest Festival
Harley Maxwell
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Flourishing Fields: Celebrating Pongal is a captivating exploration of the Tamil harvest festival, Pongal, highlighting its rich cultural significance and traditions. This beautifully illustrated book delves into the origins of Pongal and its connection to agriculture and harvest celebrations. Readers will learn about the rituals, feasts, and colorful decorations that are integral to the festival, as well as the symbolic importance of ingredients like rice and sugarcane. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant imagery, Flourishing Fields invites readers to immerse themselves in the festive spirit of Pongal, experiencing the joy and unity that this auspicious occasion brings to Tamil communities around the world. From the preparation of traditional dishes like sweet pongal to the worship of cattle and the sharing of blessings with loved ones, this book showcases the warmth and generosity at the heart of Pongal celebrations. Each page of Flourishing Fields is a visual feast, transporting readers to the lively streets of Tamil Nadu where Pongal is celebrated with fervor and enthusiasm. From brightly decorated kolams to colorful processions and cultural performances, the book paints a vivid picture of the festive atmosphere that permeates Pongal celebrations.
Duration - 2h 7m.
Author - Harley Maxwell.
Narrator - Digital Voice Mason G.
Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Arnold Yoon ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Flourishing Fields: Celebrating Pongal is a captivating exploration of the Tamil harvest festival, Pongal, highlighting its rich cultural significance and traditions. This beautifully illustrated book delves into the origins of Pongal and its connection to agriculture and harvest celebrations. Readers will learn about the rituals, feasts, and colorful decorations that are integral to the festival, as well as the symbolic importance of ingredients like rice and sugarcane. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant imagery, Flourishing Fields invites readers to immerse themselves in the festive spirit of Pongal, experiencing the joy and unity that this auspicious occasion brings to Tamil communities around the world. From the preparation of traditional dishes like sweet pongal to the worship of cattle and the sharing of blessings with loved ones, this book showcases the warmth and generosity at the heart of Pongal celebrations. Each page of Flourishing Fields is a visual feast, transporting readers to the lively streets of Tamil Nadu where Pongal is celebrated with fervor and enthusiasm. From brightly decorated kolams to colorful processions and cultural performances, the book paints a vivid picture of the festive atmosphere that permeates Pongal celebrations. Duration - 2h 7m. Author - Harley Maxwell. Narrator - Digital Voice Mason G. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Arnold Yoon ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1: Introduction to Pongal 4
Duration:00:00:02
- Brief history of Pongal festival 4
Duration:00:02:57
- Significance of Pongal in Tamil culture 7
Duration:00:03:10
Chapter 2: Preparations for Pongal 10
Duration:00:02:54
- Decorations and traditional rituals 13
Duration:00:02:35
- Traditional foods and recipes 15
Duration:00:02:53
Chapter 3: The First Day of Pongal 18
Duration:00:02:07
- Bhogi Festival - cleaning and discarding old items 20
Duration:00:02:23
- Importance of the sun god in Pongal celebrations 22
Duration:00:02:18
Chapter 4: The Second Day of Pongal 24
Duration:00:02:08
- Thai Pongal - boiling of the rice and milk 26
Duration:00:02:07
- Offering prayers and thanks to the gods 28
Duration:00:02:38
Chapter 5: The Third Day of Pongal 30
Duration:00:02:25
- Maattu Pongal - festival celebrating cattle 32
Duration:00:02:49
- Activities and customs during Maattu Pongal 35
Duration:00:03:06
Chapter 6: Cultural Traditions of Pongal 38
Duration:00:02:49
- Songs, dances, and games during Pongal 41
Duration:00:02:24
- Pongal kolam designs 43
Duration:00:03:21
Chapter 7: Pongal in Modern Times 46
Duration:00:03:11
- How Pongal is celebrated in contemporary Tamil society 49
Duration:00:03:03
- Changes and evolution of Pongal traditions 52
Duration:00:03:01
Chapter 8: Pongal Around the World 55
Duration:00:03:51
- How Tamil diaspora celebrate Pongal 58
Duration:00:03:09
- Influence of Pongal on other harvest festivals 61
Duration:00:03:08
Chapter 9: Pongal and Sustainability 64
Duration:00:02:59
- Environmentally-friendly practices during Pongal 67
Duration:00:03:31
- Promoting sustainable agriculture 70
Duration:00:03:03
Chapter 10: Pongal in Literature and Arts 73
Duration:00:03:10
- Depictions of Pongal in Tamil literature and art 76
Duration:00:02:22
- Famous Pongal-themed works 78
Duration:00:02:54
Chapter 11: Pongal Festivities 80
Duration:00:02:56
- Various Pongal celebrations in different regions of Tamil Nadu 83
Duration:00:02:57
- Special Pongal events and competitions 86
Duration:00:02:13
Chapter 12: Pongal Festivals in the Future 88
Duration:00:03:40
- Innovations and changes in Pongal celebrations 91
Duration:00:03:20
- Ensuring the preservation of Pongal traditions 94
Duration:00:03:34
Chapter 13: Pongal: A Time for Gratitude 97
Duration:00:02:47
- Values and beliefs promoted by Pongal 100
Duration:00:03:32
- Expressing gratitude and thankfulness 103
Duration:00:02:44
Chapter 14: Pongal: Connecting the Past and Present 105
Duration:00:02:47
- Pongal as a symbol of cultural identity 108
Duration:00:03:12
- Importance of preserving Pongal traditions 111
Duration:00:03:09
Chapter 15: Conclusion 114
Duration:00:02:45
- Summary of key points covered throughout the book 116
Duration:00:02:32
- Final thoughts on the significance of Pongal festival 118
Duration:00:02:34