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Why So ?
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"Why So? ",is the common question
asked by many hindus when advised to follow certain ritual or practise.
As per the spiritual and scientific
study and also by observations,there are many customs followed in
hindu religion,which are proved t
o have positive effects and results
in indivisual life.
So,for
the guidence of all,the
maximum followed rituals and custome are mentioned below with the
explaination as to Why So ?
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1*Why We Chant 'Aum' ?
The origin of Ganesha is from Omkar.The entire essence of the Vedas is
enshrined in the word Aum.The pronuciation of the syllable Aum gives
divine vibrations in body,which is most helpful in meditationsSo,.Aum is chanted
at the begining of every mantra and religeous starting.
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2*Why Guru is necessary ?
A
Guru is a messenger of God.The Guru is a big mine of Divine knowledge. The Guru
is a pattern into which you should mould yourself. A Guru is the opening to the
spiritual liberation.
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3*Why light a lamp ?
Light symbolizes energy and
knowledge.The God is the creator and illuminator of energy and
knowledge.Hence the Light(Lamp) is worshipped as the God.
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4*Why to Fast ?
Fasting gives relaxation to
the body organs due to which the mind becomes fresh and one can peacefully spend
time in meditation.In Sanskrit fasting is called 'Upavasa'.Upa(Near)-Vasa(Stay) means
staying near to the God.
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5*Why do Namaste ?
When we
greet each-other,we do so with Namaste, by joining palms near to heart,which
indicates, that we should remain together mentally.The bowing down while doing
it is a gesture of respect to the opposite person.Also,it is a salutation to the
God within the soul.
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6*Why apply Tilak ?
It is a
religious mark which invokes a feeling of sanctity. Its form and colour vary according
to the caste and religion.Commonly we apply Tilaks of Saffron,Black or White
colours on the forehead.
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7*Why not push anyone by feet ?
Human is
considered as the divine temple of the God ! Therefore touching a human with a
feet is like insulting the the God.One has to apologise immediately if such an
act is committed.
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8*Why apply 'Holy Ash' ?
Bhasma
means Holy Ash which keeps the evil forces away. Bha means"to destroy" and sma
means "to remember".So the application of bhasma signifies destruction of the
evil and remembrance of the divine. It is also called Vibhuti means 'Glory' .
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9*Why offer food to God ?
Hindus
offer food to the God as Prasaada,before their meal - It is a confession that he
has created everything and he has the first right on it. In pooja it is called
'Naivedyam'.
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10)Why do 'Pradakshina'?
God is
the focal point of our lives.The God is the central force,gravity and essence
of this whole universe and galaxies.Hence 'Pradakshina' ie going round to him is
its significance.Alao called Circumambulance.
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11)Why ring the temple bell ?
The
ringing of the bell creates divine vibrations which appeals directly to the soul
and produces ripples of divine pleasure
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12*Why blow conch,'Shankha' ?
When the
conch is blown, the 'Naad' ie sound of 'Aum' is created. Aum has ultimate power
and it was chanted by the God before creating this whole " Vishwa "(universe).
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13*Why sprinkle water around Dish ?
Before we start eating our food,we sprinkle water
with hand around the meal dish,because in olden days in the villages our
ancestors used to sit on the floor and eat.To prevent the creatures from coming
in to the dish,this practised was followed.
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14*Why Prayer Room ?
God
is worshipped in prayer room with other spiritual practices like japa, meditation,prayers,
devotional singing etc .The prayer room is like a God's dwelling in our house
and we feel that the God resides in our house with us, So,the concentration in
the worship is ultimate. |
15*Why Lotus Is Special ?
The lotus is the symbol of truth,
auspiciousness and beauty (satyam, shivam, sundaram),which are
the features of God.
Like all of us,the
lotus blooms with the rising sun and close at night.It remains
beautiful and despite its bad surroundings.
The lotus leaf
never gets wet even though it is always in water,which indicates
that one should remain happy even if there are problems around. |
16*Why We Offer Coconut ?
In hindus,most common offerings in a temple is a coconut.Also
in occasions like weddings, festivals, new
vehicle,house etc.a coconut is broken and placed
before the Lord. It is later distributed as prasaada.
The marks on
the coconut are considered to represent the three-eyed Lord
Shiva and therefore it is considered to be a means to fulfill
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17)Why We Chant 'Shanti' 3 Times ?
The proverb says,
'Trivar Satya'
- that means which comes thrice becomes true.We repeat a
thing thrice to emphasize a statement.
In the court of law ,the oath is taken as,
"I shall speak the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth".Hence
Chanting 'Shanti' 3 times brings Peace in real meaning.
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18)Why Arti Is Performed ?
At the end of the worship we show Arti(Lamp ghee
or camphor)by chanting mantras and singing bhajans.The arti is moved in
clockwise rotations in front of the deity to highlight each part and get the
divine feel of the almighty God.
At the end
of it we place the palms over the Arti and touch our palms to eyes and head,so
as to get the blessings of the God.
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19*Why Worship Tulsi ?
Tus\lsi is considered to be the symbol of Goddess
Lakshmi and it is the most sacred plant for hindus.Tulsi can be washed and
reused for worships.As per the legend,Tulsi was blessed by the God that,no
worship will be complete without offering her leaves.
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20*Why Kalash Is Worshipped ?
The Kalash is a Pot of brass,with water,mango leaves
placed peripherally,and a coconut placed in it.The water
symbolises the energy of creation which creates various forms, objects,names.The leaves and coconut represent
creation.
During the worship,the
deities are invoked in the kalash and the holy water is used for all the
rituals,
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21*Why Rice Is Offered In Worship ?
Rice is an ancient reliable staple food,It is the
proof of the fertility of land the primordial generosity of the gods.It
represents all the security, abundance and wealth.Hence,
it is most suitable as a ritual offering
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