When was Bihu? Know the Dates of Past.
The history of Bihu is rooted deeply in ancient rites and practices prior to the days of settled agriculture, gathering, and hunting. The traditional agrarian Assamese society celebrates the festival with great enthusiasm. The word “Bihu” is derived from the term “Bishu” which means to seek (bi) for prosperity and happiness (shu) in the dialect of the Dimasha people. Their supreme God is Brai Shibrai or Father Shibrai. The first crops of the season are offered to Brai. “Kalaguru” Bishnu Prasad Rabha interpreted the word Bihu as to ask (bi) and to give (hu). This fervorous festival draws from
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