How Relevant Is The Use Of Agarbatti In Our Indian Culture?
“Light the incense sticks! You have to burn to be fragrant”
Ours is a land of immense diverse customs and religions. We are
ardent devotees of our almighty. We have been following so many rituals for
ages. Each one of us has been taught or has observed our grandparents and
parents following them. Whether it be offering prayers, chanting mantras,
putting Kumkum, lit candle, Fantastic Agarbatti or
diya, every little ritual has its importance. They are not just customs, they
have some of the other science behind them. Incense one the inseparable part of
our culture has its importance too. Pooja, hawan, festivals, are all incomplete
without incense sticks. Here are some of the values hitched up with incense.
Ancient beliefs
Lighting up incense sticks is followed for
ages. It fills your home with an aromatic fragrance and symbolizes purity. The
smell of aroma gets registered in our mind and as soon as we enter any temple
or our pooja ghar, it fills our mind with positive vibes.
Variety of incense and picking up the best
It's not easy to pick up the correct incense that fits into our
being. The market is filled with plenty of agarbatti. Few reasons that our
ancients and elders believe include:
·
Inspiration- Lighting
up Champa agarbatti is believed to provide motivation and eliminate confusion.
This makes us feel liberal and lifted. Spending some time in this fragrance
will help in doing any task without any fear and confusion.
·
Heightened awareness- Incense has an aroma that helps in lifting our faculties
and making us more mindful. It has the ability that makes us feel something worth
it. It enchants us for being thankful for all the sharper and ready with
regards to our inward being.
·
Soothing - Lavender
and jasmine agarbatti gives a very soothing feel. Their delicate fragrance
fills the atmosphere with love and positivity. We fell relaxed with this
fragrance.
·
Yoga - While
doing yoga, we have to focus on our deep breaths. When this breath is
accompanied by sandalwood fragrance the connection with spirituality becomes
stronger. It also helps to focus better.
·
Deepen your spirituality - Agarbatti acts as a gateway to a genuine and
most profound sense of being. Since ancient times it is truly known to open
caught Chakras, increase the faculties, and make a general agreement. Jasmine,
Kewda, Sandalwood, Mogra agarbatti are all well-known for this.
·
Healing - Agarbattis
are a perfect combo of herbs and aroma. Apart from their religious importance,
they are believed to provide physical as well as mental healing. Its health
benefits are scientifically proven.
Conclusion
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