Barua festivals
Barua festivals are festivals put on by members of the Barua caste. Hinduism influenced the Baruas' social life, with Buddhism declining among newer generations, especially in India where most of the younger generation participates in Hindu festivals and pujas.
In Bangladesh, although old traditions have been maintained to an extent, Islam has had a visible influence on the language and culture. The main festivals are:
Other social festivals are adopted mostly from Hindu society and are now embedded in Barua customs.Childbirth
On the occasion of a newly born child, the following ceremonies are undertaken:
- Anno Prason..
- Hulu Dhani only female members.
- Panchaila prarthana and do Vandana to the present Bhikkhu Sangha.
Marriage
Pregnancy
- Sadh Bhakhon
- Hulu Dhani
Funeral
- "Offering of cloth on behalf of the dead
- burning the dead body.
- "Preaching for the benefit of the dead
- "Offering in the name of the dead" etc.
