Why is direction, lamp and tune important in Aarti? Image Credit Source: AI
Aarti significance: Aarti has special significance at the end of worship in Hinduism. But have you ever thought that direction, lamp and tune also have a definite importance while performing Aarti? It is not just a religious ritual, but the center of spiritual energy. According to the scriptures and traditions, there is a definite way of performing Aarti, by adopting, the fruit of worship increases manifold. Let us know in detail what is the importance of these three and what is the right way to perform Aarti according to tradition.
Why are direction, lamps and tunes necessary in Aarti?
Importance of direction in Aarti
Special care should be taken of the direction while performing Aarti. According to Vastu, the east is considered to be the direction of the gods, so the face should be towards the east while worshiping and while performing Aarti. East direction is considered to be superior to the direction of positive energy, spiritual progress. By following the direction, the effect of Aarti spreads more positivity in the atmosphere. If this is not possible, Aarti can be done by facing north direction.
Importance of lamp
- In Aarti, the lamp is not used only to give light, but to awaken spiritual energy.
- Traditionally pure ghee or sesame oil lamp is used.
- The lamp is considered auspicious to have brass, copper or soil.
- One, five or seven things are used in the lamp for Aarti.
- The light of the lamp is not only dedicated to the deity, but it is also a symbol of removing darkness and negativity.
Aarti tune and importance of bells
Aarti tune, conch and bell sound have a profound effect on the atmosphere. All these together produce a vibration that removes negative powers. Ringing the bell at the time of Aarti purifies the atmosphere and focuses attention. The tune of Aarti songs awakens the spirit of devotion and dedication. The pronunciation of mantras and songs should be pure and rhythmic. When Aarti is performed with full devotion and rule, positive energy is communicated in the house and a feeling of mental peace.
The right way to perform aarti
Taking a bath, wearing clean clothes and join the aarti, do the aarti at the end of the puja, light a lamp in front of the idol or picture of God. Turn the lamp in front of God in the direction of the clock. Playing bells or conch is auspicious while performing aarti. After the Aarti, touch the eyes by rotating the hands in front of both eyes with the flame of the lamp. It is a symbol of blessings. Finally apologize to God and receive prasad.
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