• By James Kuanal
  • Thu, 30 Jan 2020 11:14 AM (IST)
  • Source:JND
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New Delhi | Jagran Lifestyle Desk: The festival of Basant Panchami is being celebrated across the country to honour Maa Sarawati-- the goddess of knowledge, music, art, science and literature. Basant means spring and Panchami is the fifth day of the spring season. As per religious beliefs, worshipping the Goddess brings englightenment of knowledge, get us rid of lethargy, sluggishness and slumber. On this day, women wear traditional yellow saris while children take part in cultural programs and families share prasad. Some schools and colleges holds Puja on basanti Panchami. Clay idols of the Maa Saraswati with moon crescent, riding a swan or seated on a lotus are brought home. Flowers, fruits and sweets are placed near Puja Pandal. Customary khichdi (a mixture of rice and lentils) is the traditional prasad for Saraswati Puja. 

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Here are some images, wishes, greetings, quotes, Facebook, WhatsApp stickers to send family and friends:

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May divine blessings of Goddess be with you,Goddess Saraswati is Ray of hope, happiness and Peace, May Goddess Saraswati Bless you with Intellect, Knowledge and Wisdom.

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Let’s pray toGoddess Saraswati. To achieve salvation through knowledge and rid ourselves of sluggishness, sloth and unawareness

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May Goddess Saraswati bless you with infinite knowledge and wisdom! Have a blessed Basant Panchami!

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The creative power resides in all of us. May Ma Saraswati keep illuminating this flame and bless you in abundance.

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On the auspicious day of Saraswati Puja, my heartiest wishes to you and your family.

Wishing You Happiness, Good Fortune, Success, Peace and Progress on the Auspicious Occasion of Basant Panchami.

May your life be filled with eternal light of knowledge.My best wishes on this Saraswati Puja dear friend…..