Agera (festival) facts for kids
Agera (pronounced "Ah-geh-ra") is a special harvest festival. It's a time for giving thanks. The Catholic community in Mumbai, especially the East Indians, celebrates it.
This old festival happens in early October. It's when farmers are ready to gather their crops. Agera used to last for five days. East Indian families across Mumbai celebrated it.
The festival starts with a priest. The priest goes to the fields. They bless the new crops. Farmers and villagers join in to thank God. After prayers, everyone celebrates. They enjoy tasty food, singing, and dancing.
What Does "Agera" Mean?
The name "Agera" comes from old Latin words. These words help us understand what the festival is about.
- Ager means "field" or "farm."
- Agricola means "farmer."
So, Agera is all about the fields and the farmers who work them.
When Is Agera Celebrated?
Agera always happens on the first Sunday of October. It's a type of Harvest festival. During this time, farmers cut their crops. They offer the first part of their harvest to God. Many different communities across India celebrate harvest festivals. Each community has its own special way of doing it.
How Is Agera Celebrated?
The East Indians were traditionally farmers. They worked hard in the fields. Agera is their way of celebrating a successful harvest. It's a time for the whole community to come together. They share their joy and thankfulness.
