Swastika is an ancient religious symbol of auspiciousness in Hinduism, the Indian symbol of peace and continuity that generally takes the form of an equilateral cross, with its four legs bent. Its considered to be a sacred and auspicious symbol in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism and dates back at least 11,000 years and its spread can be traced to western and Middle-Eastern civilisations. A religious symbol for Hindus, the Swastika was first mentioned in the Vedas. It symbolises many things ; luck, Surya and Brahma, the creator. It is seen as a power symbol and is also the emblem of Ganesha, the god of good luck. In both Hinduism and Jainism, the Swastika is used to mark the opening pages of account books, doors and thresholds. Swastika is a symbol of good luck, prosperity and all things auspicious for other ancient cultures, including the Vikings and Greeks also. According to astrologers the right-handed Swastika brings prosperity, offers a shield against the four elements and signifies the four dharmas. The left-handed anti-clockwise swastika is destructive.
The swastika symbol is traced with the finger, with sindoor on the head or body during Hindu religious rites, and on doors on festival days - notably on diwali. It is painted on many vehicles and ESP trucks. In all these uses it is a lucky charm protecting from evil and attracting good.
The swastika symbol is traced with the finger, with sindoor on the head or body during Hindu religious rites, and on doors on festival days - notably on diwali. It is painted on many vehicles and ESP trucks. In all these uses it is a lucky charm protecting from evil and attracting good.
It is also said to represent God (Brahman) in his universal manifestation, and energy (Shakti). It represents the four directions of the world (the four faces of Brahma). It also represents the Purushartha: Dharma (natural order), Artha (wealth), Kama (desire), and Moksha (liberation). Among the Hindus of Bengal, it is common to see the name "swastika" applied to a slightly different symbol, which has the same significance as the common swastika. Right-facing swastika in the decorative Hindu form is used to evoke the Shakti. The Arya Samaj is of the opinion that 'Swastik' is 'OM' written in the ancient Brahmi Script.! 📿🕉
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Jai Shri Ganeshaya Namah ~ Hari Om Tat Sat Namah Shivaya! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
✨🐘🌞🖌🎨🙏🏻Jai Shri Ganeshaya Namah ~ Hari Om Tat Sat Namah Shivaya! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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