Colour Red and its Importance
By: Team Ifairer | Posted: 06-12-2023
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Red symbolises power or Shakti in Hinduism. Red is an auspicious and
sacred color used widely in social and religious functions of Hindu
culture. It is a symbol of love, ardent affection passion and sacrifice.
The Sindoor
According
to popular beliefs, sindoor or vermillion is the symbol of Goddess
Parvati or Sati. According to Hindu astrology, the house of Aries is on
the forehead. The lord of Aries is Mars. Since the colour of Mars is
red, it is believed to be auspicious. It is the sign of soubhagya or
good fortune.
Red Bindi
Bindis hold a special place among Hindu women in
India. In Hindu dharma, married women should wear a red bindi which is a
round dot applied on the forehead. Wearing a bindi is believed to
invite auspicious vibrations and helps protects the woman and her
husband from all dangers.