Ancient Hindu temples are not just built anywhere, like other structures, Hindu temples are built on selected, and special places, where the Earth's electric and magnetic waves, also its energy, can be absorbed by the visitors, for their benefit. Study of Temple Science claims Ancient Hindu Temples were constructed using absolutely different science of art and architecture that are not only mathematically but also biologically accurate. This process may take time, and the reason why a daily visit to a temple is good, and recommended. Oriented, North South, some temples have its entrance facing East, where the Sun, Surya raises at dawn. These Temples, besides being built where there is abundant energy, as previously explained building a temple on a beautiful setting is important too, like on a hill top, by a lake, natural gardens, or by the sea.
The great Bengali poet Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore said, when referring to the temples:
"India chose her places of pilgrimage wherever there was in nature some special grandeur or beauty, so that her mind could come out of its world of narrow necessities and realize its place in the infinite God.” Temples are built keeping in mind special rules, besides their orientation, location, and the strong, and abundant electromagnetic waves, also the local tradition of the chosen place, are taken into account. certain mathematical rules, and selected geometrical shapes are used too, this a blend of science, mathematics, and religion. These are features found only in Hindu temples, as far as we know, western temples, churches, and cathedrals, also have to use mathematics and architectural principles, but devoid of any special religious connections, or significance. For example, under the exact place where the main idol is set, metal plates are placed under the ground, this allows the god, or the idol to even add more energy and blessings, that will be transmitted and absorbed by the devotees.
The proper way to enter a temple. First visitors should bathe, then dress modestly. Revealing clothing, or some western attire, is disrespectful, and not encouraged, some temples have a strict dress code, for both men, and women, be sure to check before a temple visit, the correct kind of clothing to wear. Shoes should be removed, so bare feet can absorb the electro magnetic waves, or the vibrations of the Earth. This removal of footwear, keep the temple clean floors, no outside debris, or germs are brought into the temple.
Maximum of ancient Hindu God's idols in the ancient temples are made of granite stone which is black in colour. These idols are generally act as black body which radiate energies, after idols are energized by revolving fire flame during Arathi. The purpose of performing aarti is the waving of lighted wicks before the deities in a spirit of humility and gratitude, wherein faithful followers become immersed in god's divine form. It symbolizes the five elements:
Space (Akash)
Wind (Vayu)
Fire (Agni)
Water (Jal)
Earth (Prithvi)
After every circle (or second or third circle), when Aarti has reached the bottom (6–8 o'clock position), the performer waves it backwards while remaining in the bottom (4–6 o'clock position) and then continues waving it in clockwise fashion. The idea here is that aarti represents our daily activities, which revolves around god, a center of our life. Looking at god while performing aarti reminds the performer (and the attendees of the aarti) to keep god at the center of all activities and reinforces the understanding that routine worldly activities are secondary in importance. This understanding would give the believers strength to withstand the unexpected grief and keeps them humble and remindful of god during happy moments.
Next, ring the temple bell, its beautiful, melodious sounds, are relaxing and soothing, clearing the mind to concentrate better, and improving the mood of the visitors. (The Scientific and Mysterious Facts Behind Bells in Hindu Temples)
There are few temples that do not allow foreigners, or non Hindus to enter, always check the particular temple regulations, timings, etc. Some temples are open in the morning or evenings only, some others, may require a ticket in advance to enter, but most temples are free, an offering may also be required, be sure to check before visit. The use of cameras, and taking photographs may add to the entrance fees, some other temples do not allow cameras or taking photographs. Food and drinks are not allowed, except if a particular temple offers food for visitors or devotees, an offering may be required, otherwise it is highly encouraged.
A monetary offering is used for the upkeep, maintenance, other expenses, and repairs inside, and outside the temple. Unlike mosques, Hindu temples receive no funds from the government.
In the center of the temple, where the idol is placed, this is called the sanctum, the word come from Latin, it means the Holy of Holies. also called, Garbhagriha. Only the priests are allowed in this place, which is usually dark, only a camphor lamp allows us to see. It is traditional to walk around, or circumambulate the sanctum (Parikrama) in a clockwise direction to imbibe their divine energy, When praying, always join your hands, so the tips of the fingers touch each other, this pressure on the touching finger tips, activates certain points, for sensory touch and to receive positive energy. (Anticlockwise circumambulate may create some mental disturbance that may make one more violent and feral psychologically).
After the puja, the previously prepared holy water, which contains, camphor, Tulsi from the sacred tree, and bay leaves, and other different herbs, this water also been used to wash the idol, which re energizes this holy water. The priest then offers a teaspoon of holy water to the devotees, which they accept with their cupped right hand, and the left under the right one, after swallowing they touch their forehead. When the lamp is brought to the devotee, again with hand palms down the flames warming the palms, then the hands, touch the eyes, this is very beneficial for our sight, and to prevent eye problems.
Afterward, the priest offers a piece of fruit. This ritual brings blessings to the Hindu believers. This is called prasad. Before leaving the temple, the devotees sit quietly in front of the idols, but making sure their feet should never be pointed towards the idols, this time is quiet time, no eating after prasad, talking, hugging or anything other distractions. Something very important too, is to bring another kind of offering, usually fresh flowers, a banana, and a coconut, the coconut represents our ego, which after offering it, is broken, meaning we have broken our egos. Then the devotees, or visitors may leave. Most report feeling calm, re energized, and happy.
The great Bengali poet Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore said, when referring to the temples:
"India chose her places of pilgrimage wherever there was in nature some special grandeur or beauty, so that her mind could come out of its world of narrow necessities and realize its place in the infinite God.” Temples are built keeping in mind special rules, besides their orientation, location, and the strong, and abundant electromagnetic waves, also the local tradition of the chosen place, are taken into account. certain mathematical rules, and selected geometrical shapes are used too, this a blend of science, mathematics, and religion. These are features found only in Hindu temples, as far as we know, western temples, churches, and cathedrals, also have to use mathematics and architectural principles, but devoid of any special religious connections, or significance. For example, under the exact place where the main idol is set, metal plates are placed under the ground, this allows the god, or the idol to even add more energy and blessings, that will be transmitted and absorbed by the devotees.
The proper way to enter a temple. First visitors should bathe, then dress modestly. Revealing clothing, or some western attire, is disrespectful, and not encouraged, some temples have a strict dress code, for both men, and women, be sure to check before a temple visit, the correct kind of clothing to wear. Shoes should be removed, so bare feet can absorb the electro magnetic waves, or the vibrations of the Earth. This removal of footwear, keep the temple clean floors, no outside debris, or germs are brought into the temple.
Maximum of ancient Hindu God's idols in the ancient temples are made of granite stone which is black in colour. These idols are generally act as black body which radiate energies, after idols are energized by revolving fire flame during Arathi. The purpose of performing aarti is the waving of lighted wicks before the deities in a spirit of humility and gratitude, wherein faithful followers become immersed in god's divine form. It symbolizes the five elements:
Space (Akash)
Wind (Vayu)
Fire (Agni)
Water (Jal)
Earth (Prithvi)
After every circle (or second or third circle), when Aarti has reached the bottom (6–8 o'clock position), the performer waves it backwards while remaining in the bottom (4–6 o'clock position) and then continues waving it in clockwise fashion. The idea here is that aarti represents our daily activities, which revolves around god, a center of our life. Looking at god while performing aarti reminds the performer (and the attendees of the aarti) to keep god at the center of all activities and reinforces the understanding that routine worldly activities are secondary in importance. This understanding would give the believers strength to withstand the unexpected grief and keeps them humble and remindful of god during happy moments.
Next, ring the temple bell, its beautiful, melodious sounds, are relaxing and soothing, clearing the mind to concentrate better, and improving the mood of the visitors. (The Scientific and Mysterious Facts Behind Bells in Hindu Temples)
There are few temples that do not allow foreigners, or non Hindus to enter, always check the particular temple regulations, timings, etc. Some temples are open in the morning or evenings only, some others, may require a ticket in advance to enter, but most temples are free, an offering may also be required, be sure to check before visit. The use of cameras, and taking photographs may add to the entrance fees, some other temples do not allow cameras or taking photographs. Food and drinks are not allowed, except if a particular temple offers food for visitors or devotees, an offering may be required, otherwise it is highly encouraged.
A monetary offering is used for the upkeep, maintenance, other expenses, and repairs inside, and outside the temple. Unlike mosques, Hindu temples receive no funds from the government.
In the center of the temple, where the idol is placed, this is called the sanctum, the word come from Latin, it means the Holy of Holies. also called, Garbhagriha. Only the priests are allowed in this place, which is usually dark, only a camphor lamp allows us to see. It is traditional to walk around, or circumambulate the sanctum (Parikrama) in a clockwise direction to imbibe their divine energy, When praying, always join your hands, so the tips of the fingers touch each other, this pressure on the touching finger tips, activates certain points, for sensory touch and to receive positive energy. (Anticlockwise circumambulate may create some mental disturbance that may make one more violent and feral psychologically).
After the puja, the previously prepared holy water, which contains, camphor, Tulsi from the sacred tree, and bay leaves, and other different herbs, this water also been used to wash the idol, which re energizes this holy water. The priest then offers a teaspoon of holy water to the devotees, which they accept with their cupped right hand, and the left under the right one, after swallowing they touch their forehead. When the lamp is brought to the devotee, again with hand palms down the flames warming the palms, then the hands, touch the eyes, this is very beneficial for our sight, and to prevent eye problems.
Afterward, the priest offers a piece of fruit. This ritual brings blessings to the Hindu believers. This is called prasad. Before leaving the temple, the devotees sit quietly in front of the idols, but making sure their feet should never be pointed towards the idols, this time is quiet time, no eating after prasad, talking, hugging or anything other distractions. Something very important too, is to bring another kind of offering, usually fresh flowers, a banana, and a coconut, the coconut represents our ego, which after offering it, is broken, meaning we have broken our egos. Then the devotees, or visitors may leave. Most report feeling calm, re energized, and happy.
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