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Nov 22, 2024 6 tweets 2 min read
Unveiling the secrets of Dogra Hindu weddings!

Have you heard of 'Bedi de Suye/Tote'(बेदी दे सुऐ/तोते)?

These are intricately carved wooden parrots hold a special place in the wedding ceremony of Dogras.

#DograWeddings #JammuCulture Image 'Bedi de Suye' are no ordinary parrots!

They're considered divine witnesses, connected to Kāmadeva, the Hindu God of love. Traditionally, 21 parrots were affixed on the Bedi/Vedi (the wedding pavillion).

#ParrotSymbolism #HinduIconography Image