Behrana Sahib

Behrana refers to a satsang which is held in the
name of Juhelal. It is usually performed on
chetichand or at the beginning of any good deed,
such as purchase of a new home, office, or
welcoming of a new family member. It may also
mark the beginning of a wedding ceremony. The Behrana saheb is a nicely decorated bronze thaal in
which the idol of Jhulelal is placed and a Kunri (an
earthen vessel), full of water and covered with red
cloth, is kept. Wheat flour is kneaded and given a
shape of a cone, and is decorated with vermillion,
cardamom, almonds, cashews and cloves. On top of it, a large piece of refined suger (Misri Jo Sangh) is
placed. This cone is surrounded with fresh flowers,
fruits, scented dhoop and agarbattis, and five
lighted diyas which transform the whole
atmosphere into a divine experience.
Jhulelal Devotees, place what is known as a AKho - rice and sugar in the bherana sahib.
They then cover their head with red cloth and carry
the Behrana sahib on their head while dancing and
singing panjras (bhajans). Commonly known as a CHEJ the Devotees dance with adohnka
(Dandiya- Wooden Sticks). The bherana saheb is submerged in the ocean or lake as an offering to
Jhulelal. Following the behrana, Tayhiri (black
chana and sweet rice) is distributed among the
devotees. Pandit Bhagirath, performs all the rituals
of the Behrana. He sings Panjras with harmonium
and tabla so the crowd feels enchanted and enjoys the chej!