A Chavadi celebration night was a vibrant and devotional event. As described in chapter 37, when the night for the Chavadi arrived, a bhajan group would assemble at the Masjid and sing until midnight. The scene was beautifully arranged with a chariot behind, a Tulsi altar on the right, and Sai Baba seated in front with the devotees in the middle. Devotees would participate enthusiastically using instruments like cymbals, wooden clappers, mridanga, and tambourines, creating a 'storm of bhajan.' The entire area was decorated with torches, a palanquin, arches, and flags, while mace-bearers shouted slogans of victory.
Can you describe the atmosphere and events of a Chavadi celebration night as detailed in the sacred texts?
📖 Chapter 37