Inauspicious wedding gifts: Marriage in India is not just a union of two individuals, but a sacred union of two families. Gifts given on such auspicious occasions are also considered very important. Therefore, in our scriptures, traditions and astrology, giving some things as gifts at a wedding is considered inauspicious. It is said that such gifts can bring negative energy in relationships or cause hindrances in married life. Let us know what are those items which should be avoided as gifts to the bride and groom.
black things
According to the beliefs of Hinduism, black color is often associated with inauspiciousness, mourning or negative energy.
Why inauspicious?
Marriage For example, it is not considered good to gift black colored clothes, shoes, or any other item on the auspicious occasion of the beginning of a new life. It may bring bad luck or negativity in the life of the newly married couple.
Avoid this: Completely avoid giving black clothes, black decorative items, or gifts with black packaging.
sharp objects
Giving gifts of knives, scissors, swords, or any sharp edged object is prohibited as per traditions.
Why inauspicious?
These objects are considered symbols of bitterness, separation or division in relationships. It is believed that this gift can ‘cut’ the ties between the newly married couple and reduce the love.
Avoid this: Kitchen knife sets, decorative swords or any sharp objects.
glassware
One should avoid giving utensils or showpieces made of glass on the occasion of marriage.
Why inauspicious?
Glass is fragile and breaking it is considered very inauspicious. Marriage relationship is also considered as fragile as glass. By giving glass utensils as gifts, there is a fear that this relationship may also become fragile and break or there may be a crack in it.
Avoid this: Glass dinner sets, crystal showpieces, or glass vases.
perfume
According to some folk beliefs and astrological ideas, gifting perfume is also not considered auspicious.
Why inauspicious?
There is a belief that gifting perfume can cause negative energy and instability in marital relationships.
What to give instead?
According to Vastu, gifts like silver coins, idols of God, red or yellow colored clothes, artwork or auspicious symbols for home decoration are considered best for newlyweds.
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