Historical Historical conversation between Pushpa Rana and Naveen Singh Rana**compiler✍️ Naveen Singh Rana
Historical Historical conversation between Pushpa Rana and Naveen Singh Rana**
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✍️ Naveen Singh Rana
(*Pushpa Rana ji is giving information about the traditions of Rana Rajputs to Naveen Singh Rana as historical evidence.*)
**Pushpa Rana:**
Naveen, it is important to know that we are displaced descendants of Rana Rajputs. Our worship system also follows this tradition. It was mandatory to establish Shakti Sthal, i.e. Maa Bhavani, inside and on the outer border of every fort or settlement. Even today this tradition is followed completely in our society. Before the first Meera Barha Rana settlement was established, Maa Bhavani was established in Kusmauth, which is called *Bhumsen*. This place was built from the soil of the motherland, so its importance is immense.
**Naveen Singh:**
What is the significance of this Bhumsen tradition, Pushpa ji?
**Pushpa Rana:**
The importance of Bhumsen is that it was a symbol of their motherland for the displaced people. Bhumsen was established before the establishment of every new settlement, and only after this the foundation stone of the settlement was laid. This is the reason why Bhumsen has been established using this soil outside every new settlement.
**Naveen Singh:**
Were the deities established in this manner in every home?
**Pushpa Rana:**
Yes, absolutely. Every house was considered like a small settlement and a Shakti Kendra was established there too. But one special thing is that the Devi Sthapana is not the same in every house. In some houses, the Kanya Kumari form of Maa Parvati was worshipped, which was called "Kwari Parvati". There were very strict rules there, like a three feet high wall was built around the Pindi, and the puja was done only by the senior woman of the house.
**Naveen Singh:**
So were such gods and goddesses worshipped outside the home as well?
**Pushpa Rana:**
Yes, there were many deities worshipped outside the house, such as Kalka Mata, Nagarayayi (the protector of the city), and Gulla Devta, who is considered a symbol of justice. These were not displayed outside, and were worshipped by the elders. Especially in the houses of Gulla Devta, the doors were never closed, because it was believed that if a thief came, he would become blind and would sit there.
**Naveen Singh:**
These traditions are indeed unique. Why was there this difference in the worship of each deity?
**Pushpa Rana:**
The reason for this was that the people of the displaced squad were representing different Rajput clans, so their deities were also different. The chief was from the Rana clan, so most of the traditions match the Rana society. *Lord Ekling Shiva* is the favorite deity of the Ranas, so the installation of Shivling was mandatory in every house. In Rana society, the fast of Shivratri is still kept for two days, which shows the depth of faith.
**Naveen Singh:**
How is Bhumsen worshipped?
**Pushpa Rana:**
Special worship is done in Bhumsen during the month of Chaitra. First cleaning is done, and then offerings of dry fruits, sweets and new food grains are made. After this, the house is plastered with mud. The same process is repeated around Vijay Dashami. Ashadhi is also celebrated in the month of Ashadha and Rajasthani delicacies like lapsi, puri, and gulgula are offered to the deities. Gulle (small balls) made of rice flour are offered to *Golu Devta*, which are steamed.
**Naveen Singh:**
Is all of this still prevalent?
**Pushpa Rana:**
Yes, these traditions are still followed. In our Rana society, the worship of gods and goddesses is done silently by the elders, avoiding external display. This is a vast subject, but I have given you some important glimpses.
**Naveen Singh:**
Your information is very important, Pushpa ji. It shows the depth and historical importance of our traditions.
**Pushpa Rana:**
This is our heritage, Naveen. It is our duty to understand it and take it forward.
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✍️ Naveen Singh Rana
(*Pushpa Rana ji is giving information about the traditions of Rana Rajputs to Naveen Singh Rana as historical evidence.*)
**Pushpa Rana:**
Naveen, it is important to know that we are displaced descendants of Rana Rajputs. Our worship system also follows this tradition. It was mandatory to establish Shakti Sthal, i.e. Maa Bhavani, inside and on the outer border of every fort or settlement. Even today this tradition is followed completely in our society. Before the first Meera Barha Rana settlement was established, Maa Bhavani was established in Kusmauth, which is called *Bhumsen*. This place was built from the soil of the motherland, so its importance is immense.
**Naveen Singh:**
What is the significance of this Bhumsen tradition, Pushpa ji?
**Pushpa Rana:**
The importance of Bhumsen is that it was a symbol of their motherland for the displaced people. Bhumsen was established before the establishment of every new settlement, and only after this the foundation stone of the settlement was laid. This is the reason why Bhumsen has been established using this soil outside every new settlement.
**Naveen Singh:**
Were the deities established in this manner in every home?
**Pushpa Rana:**
Yes, absolutely. Every house was considered like a small settlement and a Shakti Kendra was established there too. But one special thing is that the Devi Sthapana is not the same in every house. In some houses, the Kanya Kumari form of Maa Parvati was worshipped, which was called "Kwari Parvati". There were very strict rules there, like a three feet high wall was built around the Pindi, and the puja was done only by the senior woman of the house.
**Naveen Singh:**
So were such gods and goddesses worshipped outside the home as well?
**Pushpa Rana:**
Yes, there were many deities worshipped outside the house, such as Kalka Mata, Nagarayayi (the protector of the city), and Gulla Devta, who is considered a symbol of justice. These were not displayed outside, and were worshipped by the elders. Especially in the houses of Gulla Devta, the doors were never closed, because it was believed that if a thief came, he would become blind and would sit there.
**Naveen Singh:**
These traditions are indeed unique. Why was there this difference in the worship of each deity?
**Pushpa Rana:**
The reason for this was that the people of the displaced squad were representing different Rajput clans, so their deities were also different. The chief was from the Rana clan, so most of the traditions match the Rana society. *Lord Ekling Shiva* is the favorite deity of the Ranas, so the installation of Shivling was mandatory in every house. In Rana society, the fast of Shivratri is still kept for two days, which shows the depth of faith.
**Naveen Singh:**
How is Bhumsen worshipped?
**Pushpa Rana:**
Special worship is done in Bhumsen during the month of Chaitra. First cleaning is done, and then offerings of dry fruits, sweets and new food grains are made. After this, the house is plastered with mud. The same process is repeated around Vijay Dashami. Ashadhi is also celebrated in the month of Ashadha and Rajasthani delicacies like lapsi, puri, and gulgula are offered to the deities. Gulle (small balls) made of rice flour are offered to *Golu Devta*, which are steamed.
**Naveen Singh:**
Is all of this still prevalent?
**Pushpa Rana:**
Yes, these traditions are still followed. In our Rana society, the worship of gods and goddesses is done silently by the elders, avoiding external display. This is a vast subject, but I have given you some important glimpses.
**Naveen Singh:**
Your information is very important, Pushpa ji. It shows the depth and historical importance of our traditions.
**Pushpa Rana:**
This is our heritage, Naveen. It is our duty to understand it and take it forward.
