Sindoor Daan Ritual: Why does the groom apply vermillion to the bride three times in a Hindu marriage? Know the religious belief of Sindoor Daan, its importance related to Goddess Lakshmi, Saraswati and Parvati and its auspicious signs in married life.
Hindu Wedding Rituals: Marriage is considered one of the 16 important rituals in Hindu religion. Every ritual performed during a wedding has its own special religious and spiritual significance. One of the most important rituals is Sindoor Daan. In this ritual, the groom applies vermilion three times on the bride’s forehead. But have you ever wondered why this process is done only three times? There is a deep religious mystery hidden behind this.
Religious significance of Sindoordan
In Hindu tradition, vermilion is considered a symbol of marriage and good fortune. After marriage, vermilion becomes the identity of a woman’s married life. It is believed that applying vermilion prolongs the life of the husband and brings happiness and prosperity in married life. According to mythology, Mother Sita also used to wear vermillion.
Religious reasons behind filling the demand thrice
- According to religious beliefs, when the groom fulfills the bride’s demand three times, each time has its own spiritual meaning.
- Filling the demand for the first time is considered to be associated with Goddess Lakshmi. This brings wealth, prosperity and happiness in married life.
- Applying vermillion for the second time is considered to be the blessing of Mother Saraswati. This brings knowledge, wisdom and sweet speech in life.
- Filling the demand for the third time is related to Mother Parvati. It protects the couple from evil forces and provides strength to fight the difficulties of life.
Why is it considered auspicious to have vermilion falling on the nose?
It is believed that when the groom applies vermillion on the bride’s forehead, a small part of it falling on the bride’s nose is considered an auspicious sign. It is considered a symbol of good luck and happy married life. In many parts of Bihar and UP, the bride and groom wear vermillion on their noses. The vermillion box with which the maang is filled for the first time remains with the married woman throughout her life. In every festival, she takes out vermillion from the same vermillion box and decorates her maang.
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Tradition of wearing the same vermilion for a year
According to tradition, the vermillion which is filled in the bride’s maang at the time of marriage is considered auspicious to be used for the whole year. By doing this, love and trust between husband and wife increases and their relationship becomes even stronger.
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