Aadi’ originated from the Sanskrit word ‘Aashadi’. This month is seen as the most auspicious month for worshiping god and goddesses. It is believed that the Pachai Amman; the goddess of marriage, created peace and harmony in the world. This month is usually filled with temple festivals and devotees who are present to attend the special prayers.
Aadi Pandigai, Thiru Aadi Pooram, Aadi Peruku, Varalakshmi Pooja, Aadi Amavasai are some of the important festival in the month of Aadi. Aadi Karthigai dedicated to Lord Murugan is also held in which special pooja and kavadis are offered to the Lord. Since, temples and priest are busy with these festivals, there are less time or probably absolutely no time for them to attend to weddings. This is one reason why weddings do not take place in the month of Aadi.
Usually the wife is sent back to her maternal home
and returns only in the following month. Moreover ancient Hindus have a
reason to explain this practice. The reason is because if a child is conceived
during Aadi, the child will be born in April - May during summer. Summer is
perceived as not the best month for childbirth because the heat can cause
health problems to both the mother and the child.
