Karadaiyan Nombu Shubh Muhurtham

Karadaiyan Nombu also known as ‘Savitri Nonbu Vritham’ is an important festival for the married women . On this day, women offer prayers for the longevity and well being of their husbands. Karadaiyan Nombu is observed on a chosen day when the transition takes place between two Tamil months, namely, Panguni and Massi. Fasting or vratam is an important ritual on the day of Karadaiyan Nombu. Married women observe a fast from the time of getting up. The fast is broken after completing the puja rituals. Women break their vratam by eating the unique Karadai preparation with butter. The fast is broken anytime in the late afternoon or evening. Nombu timings – 7.13 am – 7.48 am .. Manjal saradu Muhurtham – 7.48 am. Devotees can collect the special Manjal Saradu from the priest at the temple prior March 14th for their use.