Ash pooja rules: In religious beliefs, worship is not limited only to the worship of God, but everything related to Him is considered to have its own importance. Flowers, lamps, incense sticks and ashes emanating from them are also considered worship, but many people who perform puja daily make a simple mistake. After the puja is over, the remaining ashes from the incense sticks or incense sticks are thoughtlessly thrown into the dustbin or thrown away in any corner of the house.
According to astrology and religious beliefs, doing so is not considered appropriate. It is said that every item used in the puja has a touch of positive energy and hence should be immersed or used with respect. If until now you have been disposing of this ashes considering them ordinary waste, knowing its correct rules can be useful to you.
Why are puja ashes considered sacred?
Incense sticks and incense sticks are a symbol of making the atmosphere fragrant and also conveying spiritual energy during puja. There is a religious belief that when these materials are offered to God, the remaining ashes also become sacred. Therefore, it is better to treat it with respect rather than throwing it away like regular garbage. In many homes, elders still keep the ashes left after the puja and use them for auspicious acts. This tradition is considered a symbol not only of faith, but also of respect for the object of worship.
Immerse yourself in holy water
If there is a clean river, pond, lake or any other water source around you, the puja ashes can be taken there wholeheartedly. According to religious belief, by doing this respect for the puja material is maintained and its sanctity is also preserved. However, keep in mind that only clean, natural ashes should be thrown into the water. Never put plastic, chips or other rubbish with it.
Mixing it into the soil of pots or plants is also considered auspicious.
If there is no water source nearby, mixing puja ashes in pots or clean soil at home is a good option. It is especially considered auspicious to place it in the soil of revered plants such as Tulsi, Peepal or Banana. On the one hand, this respects religious beliefs, and on the other hand, it is also a nature-friendly style. Many people consider it an organic ingredient and mix it into their plants’ soil.
What can be used as tilak?
If your incense sticks or incense sticks are made from all-natural materials, such as pure cow dung, herbs, or natural wood, their ashes can be stored in a safe container. According to religious beliefs, placing a small amount of these ashes on the forehead or neck after worship brings peace to the mind and maintains positive energy. However, this should only be done when the ashes are made from completely pure and natural materials.
What things should you pay special attention to?
Puja ashes should never be thrown into dirty places, drains, toilets or dustbins. In religious beliefs, it is considered an insult to the articles of worship. If you find plastic incense sticks, containers or other artificial objects in the ashes, separate them first. Use or infuse only natural ashes according to religious rules.
Along with faith, responsibility is also important
Nowadays, it is also important to care for the environment along with religious traditions. Proper use or immersion of materials left after the puja not only respects religious beliefs but also does not harm nature. A little caution can maintain the balance between your faith and your responsibility.
(Disclaimer: The information and information contained in this article is based on general assumptions. Indian news18 has not confirmed these assumptions. Contact the relevant expert before implementing them.)
