Aadi Masam 2022: Dates, Timings, and Aadi Month’s Tamil Calendar
The fourth month of the Tamil calendar, Aadi Masam, or Adi, is considered bad by many since the Dakshinayana Punyakalam begins in this month. The Aadi Masam will begin on July 16 and end on August 17 in 2022.
However, because various Tamil Hindu rituals and celebrations take place in the month of Aadi, it is considered auspicious by some.
Some individuals believe that Aadi is unpleasant because of the sun’s southerly movement. The night of Devas will last for the following six months.
In these trying times, when Mother Nature is steadily losing her kind and benign nature, aadi masam is vital. She’s progressively transforming into Mother Kali, the all-consuming, violent goddess.
We are perpetuating Adharma in the name of development, which is nothing more than greed. It is annihilating all life things on the planet. Aadi months used to be a period for reflection and healing. It was a moment when we humans began to acknowledge Mother Nature’s importance in our lives.
Let us each plant and care for a tree during Aadi Masam. Let us worship Nature in the same way that our forebears did.
Why Do Newly wed Brides Return Home During Aadi Month?
Some societies used to segregate newlywed couples during the Aadi month. The bride’s parents used to welcome her back to their home. This was due to the fact that women who conceived during the Aadi month gave birth during the warmest months of April and May.
Infant mortality rates were high during the warmer months in the past, when there were no hospitals.
This custom is now only practised in traditional families.
Rituals
Aadi Pirappu is celebrated on the first day of Aadi. It denotes the start of the month. The day starts with the creation of massive kolams (Rangoli patterns) in front of the house.
Every day of the month, a kolam is drawn. The red hue – Kaavi – is used to border the kolams. Mango leaves are used to embellish the doorways. The day begins with pujas and a temple visit. On the day, there will be a feast with special delicacies such as payasam, vadai, and boli.
Married women change the yellow thread in their Mangalsutra or thali on the first day of Aadi. The night of the Devas, Dakshinayana Punyakalam, begins on the first day of the month Aadi. On July 16, 2022, it will be commemorated. On this day, several communities perform Tarpanam.
During this season, the sun reverses its direction, and the gods’ night lasts for six months. As a result, no fortunate activities are scheduled for the month.
Aadi Masam Dates and Months 2022
- July 17, 2022 – Sunday – Aadi Pandigai, Dakshinayana Punyakalam
- July 23, 2022 – Saturday – Aadi Kiruthigai – Lord Muruga is honoured with a celebration.
- July 28, 2022 – Aadi Amavasai – In the month of Aadi, there is no moon day designated to presenting Shradh and Tarpan to deceased ancestors.
- August 1, 2022 – Monday – Aadi Pooram – Sri Andal Jayanthi
- August 1, 2022 – Monday – Naga Chaturthi
- August 2, 2022 – Tuesday – Rameshwaram Sri Ramanatha Swamy – Sri Parvatha Vardini Ambal – Thirukalyanam
- August 2, 2022- Tuesday – Garuda Panchami
- August 3, 2022 – Wednesday – Aadi 18 – Pathenettam Perrukku – The celebration honours the Kaveri River and takes place on the eighth day of Aadi Masam.
- August 11, 2022 – Thursday – Aadi Thabasu – Sri Gomathi Ambal Thabasu Katchi
- August 12, 2022 – Friday – Sri Varalakshmi Viratham
- August 16, 2022 – Tuesday – Aadi Iruthi – Aadi Months Ends
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which is Aadi Masam?
The Tamil calendar’s fourth month, Aadi, is when the monsoon season begins. The month of Aadi is celebrated in honour of the goddess of fertility and wealth. This year, Aadi takes place between July 17th and August 16th.
2. What should we not do in Aadi Masam?
This month has a number of fortunate days for goddess Amman. Aadi Pirappu, Aadi Ammavaasai, Aadi Karthigai, Aadi Pooram, Aadi Peruku, Aadi Velli, and Varalakshmi Nombu are just a few examples.
3. Why Aadi month is not good?
Many people consider Aadi to be unlucky and avoid large events such as weddings during this month, as is customary. This is due to the fact that this month marks the beginning of the devas’ (demigods’) dawn or night time (‘dakshinaayana punyakalam’).
4. Is Aadi month good for house shifting?
No, most individuals avoid moving or holding housewarming celebrations during that month. If you look at your horoscope, it will tell you what month is best for your star sign.
