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What does Gudi signify in Gudi Padwa festival as per Hindu mythology?

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Symbol of victory

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  • Gudi Padwa:-
    • A Gudi is a vibrant, colorful flag hoisted during the Gudi Padwa festival, signifying the victory of good over evil, new beginnings, and the triumph of hope over despair.
    • It is a sacred symbol that holds deep meaning within Hindu mythology.
    • The Gudi is typically made of a bright cloth tied to a bamboo pole, adorned with a neem or mango tree top.
    • The neem tree is considered sacred in Hinduism and is believed to possess medicinal properties, while the mango tree symbolizes prosperity and abundance.
    • The Gudi flag is often depicted with images of Lord Brahma, the Hindu creator god, as it is believed to represent his flag.
    • According to Hindu mythology, Lord Brahma created the universe on the day of Gudi Padwa, making it a day of immense auspiciousness.
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