In religious beliefs, worship is not limited to just worshiping God, rather every thing related to Him is considered to have its own importance. Flowers, lamps, incense sticks, incense sticks and the ashes emanating from them are also considered worshipable, but many people who perform daily puja make a small mistake.
After the puja is over, the remaining ashes of incense sticks or incense sticks are thrown in the dustbin without thinking or thrown in any corner of the house.
According to astrology and religious beliefs, doing this is not considered appropriate. It is said that every material used in puja has a touch of positive energy, hence it should be immersed or used respectfully. If till now you have been throwing away this ash considering it as normal waste, then knowing its correct rules can be beneficial for you.
Why are the ashes of puja considered sacred?
Incense sticks and incense sticks are considered a symbol of making the atmosphere fragrant as well as transmitting spiritual energy during the puja. There is a religious belief that when these materials are offered to God, the remaining ashes also become sacred. Therefore, it is considered better to handle it respectfully instead of throwing it away like normal garbage. In many homes, elders still preserve the ashes left after puja and use them for auspicious works. This tradition is considered a symbol not only of faith but also of respect for the worship material.
Immerse in holy water
If there is a clean river, pond, lake or any other water source around you, then the ashes of the puja can be flown there with devotion. According to religious belief, by doing this the respect of the puja material is maintained and its sanctity is also maintained. However, keep in mind that only clean and natural ash should be thrown into the water. Never put plastic, foil or other garbage with it.
Mixing it in the soil of pots or plants is also considered auspicious.
If there is no water source nearby, then mixing puja ashes in pots or clean soil at home is considered a good option. It is especially considered auspicious to put it in the soil of revered plants like Tulsi, Peepal or banana. On the one hand, this respects religious beliefs, while on the other hand, it is also considered a nature-friendly method. Many people consider it to be an organic element and mix it in the soil of plants.
What can be used as Tilak?
If your incense sticks or incense sticks are made from completely natural materials, such as pure cow dung, herbs or natural wood, then its ashes can be stored in a safe container. According to religious beliefs, applying a light tilak of this ash on the forehead or neck after worship brings peace to the mind and maintains positive energy. However, this should be done only when the ash is made of completely pure and natural materials.
What things should you pay special attention to?
Pooja ashes should never be thrown into dirty places, drains, toilets or dustbins. In religious beliefs, it is considered an insult to the worship material, if plastic sticks of incense sticks, packaging or other artificial things are found in the ashes, then separate them first. Use or immerse only natural ashes as per religious rules.
Along with faith, responsibility is also important
In today’s time, it is equally important to take care of the environment along with religious traditions. Proper use or immersion of the material left after puja not only respects religious beliefs but also does not harm nature. A little caution can maintain the balance of both your faith and responsibility.
(Disclaimer: The information and information given in this article is based on general beliefs. Hindi nh does not confirm these. Contact the concerned expert before implementing them.)