“தாம்பூலத்தில் சேர்க்க வேண்டிய பொருட்கள் அவற்றின் பயன்கள்"/What to Include in Thamboolam &Their Uses

“Thamboolam Offerings: What to Include and Their Uses"
1. *Betel Leaf (வெற்றிலை)* - Used as a base for the offering. It symbolizes respect and hospitality.
2. *Pakku (Areca Nut) (பாக்கு)* - Often paired with betel leaves, symbolizing auspiciousness and prosperity.
3. *Turmeric (மஞ்சள்)* - Represents purity and is used for its spiritual and cleansing properties.
4. *Kumkum (குங்குமம்)* - A red powder used for applying on the forehead, symbolizing the sacredness and auspiciousness.
5. *Mirror (கண்ணாடி)* - Reflects self-awareness and purity.
6. *Comb (சீப்பு)* - Symbolizes personal grooming and care.
7. *Henna (Marudhani) (மருதாணி)* - Used for decorative purposes and is considered auspicious.
8. *Mangal Sutra String (Mangal Kayaru) (மாங்கல்யக் கயறு)* - Symbolizes marital status and blessings.
9. *Kohl (Mai) (மை)* - Used for applying to the eyes, symbolizing protection and beauty.
10. *Glass Bangle & Hair Band (கண்ணாடி வளையல் மற்றும் முடி கட்டுவதற்கான பந்து)* - Glass bangles represent prosperity and adornment, while hair bands signify grooming and care.
11. *Fruits (பழங்கள்)* - Represent the offering of nature's bounty and are considered auspicious.
12. *Coconut (தெங்காய்)* - Symbolizes purity and is used as an offering to deities.
13. *Blouse Piece (Blouse Bit) (சட்டை துண்டு)* - Represents clothing and is a practical offering for women.
14. *Coin (நாணயம்)* - Symbolizes wealth and prosperity.
15. *Flowers (Poo) (பூ)* - Used for decoration and offerings, representing beauty and devotion.