In Hinduism, Traditions and customs
are considered to be the most important part of a Religion. We follow every
custom and ritual without even knowing that why we are doing this but still
people faithfully following many customs and rituals over the years. But most of the times these practices become
the reason for superstition. But with the advent of science, it has been seen
that these traditions are based on some scientific knowledge. In this blog, you
may come to know the scientific reason behind every traditions and rituals.
Why we Chant the Mantra Om and Gayatri Mantra?
Om is the Universal name of the Lord.
It has a profound effect on the body and mind of the one who chants. Most
Mantras and prayers starts with Om. It is considered to be a pious in Hinduism.
The scientific reason behind Chanting the Mantra Om is that it helps in the
reduction in heart rate which leads to a deep form of relaxation and stayed
away from the negative vibrations.
Do you know that Gayatri Mantra produces
110,000 sound waves/sec. And through the combinations of sound of a particular
frequency, thus this mantra is considered to be capable of developing
scientific potentialities.
Tulsi Plant (Holy Basil) in front of the home
Tulsi has been adored by Hindus. It
is said to be very pious if it is in front of your home. Scientifically, it has
been shown that Tulsi Plant releases Ozone along with oxygen, which is
essential for ecological balance. It reduces stress, enhances stamina, lower
cholesterol. According to Ayurveda, Tulsi has been considered as a remedy which
is used to treat coughs, bronchitis and Diabetes, it also strengthen our immune
system.
Why do we light Lamps (Diya-Baati)?
In every Indian home a lamp is lit
daily before the worship of God. In some houses it is lit at dawn and dusk.
Even all auspicious functions commence with the lighting of Lamp which contains
pure Ghee. As light symbolizes knowledge, and darkness. And the Lord is the
“Knowledge Principle” who is the source, the enlivener and the illuminator of
all knowledge. Also knowledge is a lasting inner wealth by which all outer
achievement can be accomplished. Hence we light the lamp to bow down to
knowledge as the greatest of all forms of wealth.
Why Hindus do not eat Non-Veg on particular days?
It is believed that Hindus do not eat
non-veg on Tuesdays, Saturdays and on many auspicious days. We know this, but
do you the reason behind not having it. Actually, animal-killing is considered
as a sin in a religion. So people avoid eating non-veg at least on those
auspicious days. As we know that eating non-veg in excess could harm your
health. It can cause diseases like piles, kidney stones, blood pressure, heart
-attack etc. thus Hindus has places some restrictions which could stop them to
exploit themselves by eating non-veg in excess.
Why women wear Mangalsutra after Marriage?
Every married woman used to wear a
Mangalsutra, which is made in gold as a precious mark for married women.
Scientifically, it is believed that it regularize a women blood pressure. It is
also said that it controls the body pressure levels to a maximum extent. But
mangalsutra should be covered under your clothes and touching your body
portion, the effect will be more to gain the benefits. Therefore, this is the
reason behind wearing Mangalsutra by married women.
Why do we apply Tilak on the forehead?
Putting Tilak on the forehead is a ritual
mark. It can be put in the form of blessing ore auspiciousness. Applying Tilak on
the forehead is a very important and mandatory ritual customs followed by
Hindus. Scientifically, the Tilak is applied on the spot between the brows which
is considered the place of wisdom and mental concentration. That place is said
to have the nerve connection to the brain. And putting Tilak on this spot regularly
would stimulate this spot and helps us to have balanced mental concentration.
Why do we do Namaste?
Namaste is the most common way of
greeting other. The general reason that would be given is that greeting elders
and guests by joining both the palms is the way of respect given to them.
But the scientific reason behind
doing Namaste is that joining both hands ensures joining the tips of all the
fingers together, which are denoted to the pressure points of eyes, ears and
mind. Pressing them together is said to activate the pressure points. This helps
to remember the person for a long time.
Tying Mango and Neem Leaves to the doors on auspicious days
In Hinduism, it is believed that
tying mango and neem leaves would not allow the evil powers to enter the house.
But scientifically, on auspicious days and on special occasions, all of us
gather at one place along with our relatives and friends. As we know plants take
in carbon-di-oxide and give out oxygen. Thus, mango and neem leaves are very effective
in the photosynthesis process comparative to other plants. Neem leaves purify
the bacteria too. In order to keep the temperature cool and to circulate air,
we tie these leaves to all the doors.