Agnihotra, a practice in the Srauta tradition, referrs to heating the milk twice daily. It is also known as simple healing fire, cleanses the atmosphere as the agnihotra fumes helps in the plant growth faster compared to the normal growth, decreases the microbial in air, increases the NO2 level and reduces the SO2 level in the atmosphere, Agnihotra ash when mixed with ghee acts as an ointment for skin rashes proving that it can be used to treat skin diseases. The seed germination with better nutrient is possible with Agnihotra ash. Hence it can be used as fertilizer. It also has an activating effect on cell division , Colchicine and Methyl Parathion toxic effect is reduced. Exposure of Agnihotra ash reduces the Haemolytic ability of K. pneumoniae …show more content…
Study on this Yajña has shown that people attend Yajña have spiritual reasons and these ritual activities affects their life for better. The nine day performance of this Yajña has influenced the, bacterial counts at shorter and longer distance has increased. Ash filterate test is negative bacteria (Rawat & Nagendra, 2007) The ritualistic practices, chanting mantras, during this period has influenced the gathering of people , influencing the collective consciousness fields as measured by the random event …show more content…
The same amount of ash (Agnihotra / non-Agnihotra) was shaken without soil in 25 ml water for 48 hours. It resulted that Agnihotra-ash increase the amount of extractable Phosphorus in soil; this effect was also generated with a non- Agnihotra-ash, which was produced without chanting a mantra, and not at sunrise or sunset. It was particularly strong when the non-Agnihotra ash was produced in a copper pyramid. (Kratz & Schnug, 2007).
Medicinal fumes emanating from the process of Agnihotra observed by researchers in the field of Microbiology clearly state that it is bacteriostatic in nature, which eradicates bacteria and micro-organisms, the root causes of illness and diseases. Hence, Agnihotra fumes may become the alternative way to combat the notorious microorganism present in air. Hence, the Agnihotra fumes can be used for disinfection of air also can be environmentally exploited for the physical, mental, intellectual and spiritual development(Pachori, Kulkarni, Sadar, & Mahajan,
The temple puja is identified as a public and formal form of worship and devotion undertaken by adherents of Buddhism. Within puja each of the steps of the Eightfold path can be approached and there is the opportunity for one to reach Nirvana with puja alone. The last step of the Eightfold Path, right concentration is the end point for the chanting and the meditation. Adherents enter the temple in a physical and mental state of reverence or Puja, and inside they primarily recognise the importance of the Three Refuges. Additionally, temple puja has great significance for the community as it intrinsically reflects on the significance of the community as part of the Sangha, and strengthens relationship and devotion within the community. The temple itself is often in the centre of a Buddhist town or village, symbolising that is the heart and the central point of the Sangha, and acts as a daily reminder for the community to remain devoted. Thus reinforcing a quote written by Buddhaghosa in 5th century India, “[Nirvana] can only be reached, not produced, by the Path . . . it transcends the intrinsic nature of matter . . . being attainable through special insight affected by strong effort” (Stimulus). The quote is explaining that by remaining devoted, one can reach Nirvana through total enlightenment. Temple Puja provides social cohesion in that the role and function of participants demonstrate the social status of the individuals and their connection with each other, for example, the role of members of the Sangha lead the participants in prayer and reflection. Overall, temple puja has a profound impact on the individual and the greater community as it allows them to reach
Shamans considered this mushroom as an important resource for some of their rituals. Additionally, Shamans also used Agarikon as a powder that they would apply to cure ailments that they considered to be caused by supernatural forces.
the deities and attempt to explain the psychological necessity of these rituals. An examination will be made of the typical forms of rituals, and cite their effects,
Peyote is seen as a resource from which one gains health, wisdom, and the ability to communicate with deities. For example, “On the communal level, Peyote is used to ensure the well being of the community…[when ingested by a spiritual leader] is used to communicate with the deities, ensure good crops, cure the sick, and protect the community from future illnesses”. It is important to recognize the major role which Peyote has in ensuring a cohesive, healthy, and prosperous community, almost analogous to the Catholic eucharistic celebration. The spiritually elite is entrusted to use Peyote in a way that allows for preventative measures to be taken such as health or agriculturally, and failure to do so is often believed to be the cause of famine, disease, and spiritual resentment. On an individual level, Peyote is used to “reduce pain, allay fatigue, and gain courage and endurance”. Individually, Peyote is seen as a way to both spiritually and physically heal, and the idea that this connects with the myth of Peyote being used to help those in distress allows is the definition of a ritual, which is a reenactment of a myth. The idea that similarly to the protagonist of the myth, the person who is in distress ingests the spirit to fortify themselves physically and spiritually is analogous to the current view
For more than 5000 years, Ephedra's stems have been dried to cure multiple ailments in China. The first records of its use can be found in a Chinese compilation of herbs called Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing (11), which dates back to the first century A.D. (5) E. sinica, called Tsaopen-Ma Huang (2), is the most common species used. Ma Huang refers to the stem and branch, whereas Ma Huanggen refers to the root and rhizome. Ma Huang was used primarily in the treatment of the common cold, asthma, hay fever, bronchitis, edema, arthritis, fever, hypotension, and urticaria (hives). Ma Huanggen's effect is believed to oppose that of the stem and branches. Its use was limited to the treatment of profuse night sweating" (7). Ma Huang was believed to relieve other ailments such as headaches, urinary tract infections, and venereal diseases (10).
The pains of pilgrimage are deep and various. They are found not simply in the physical walking, but also in the walking away from physical and mental comfort. In his book, Journey Through the Twelve Forests, David L. Haberman describes in graphic detail the parting and participatory pains as he journeys on the Ban-Yatra pilgrimage. The Ban-Yatra (literally ‘forest journey’) is a 200-mile circuit through the forests associated with Lord Krishna’s activities around Braj, a town in central India. Krishna is a deity favored by many Hindu religions. He is an ever-playful prankster and lover whose actions, as told in the stories, display a blatant disregard for social conventions. A tenet of the Braj religion is that all life is to be modeled after Krishna’s lila, or play; participation in this play is essential for the Braj Vaishnavaite. Haberman writes that, "with the irresistible call of his flute, [Krishna] lures his players into the forest to experience his essential nature, which is declared to be ananda – ‘joy’ or ‘bliss’" (Hab 5). Ban-Yatra pilgrims take to circumambulating Braj to participate in Krishna’s play, and also to experience Krishna’s ananda. Yet, by the end of Haberman’s story of a quest for joy, the reader has acquired a deep understanding of a pilgrim’s pain – an ironic and unexpected conclusion. Haberman also recognized this contrast and found it confusing, asking throughout his book such questions as, "What does all this suffering have to do with the journey through sweet forest, expressly in pu...
ash was boiled for 5 minute with 25ml distilled water by covering the crucible with a watch-glass on water bath then cooled. The watch-glass was rinsed with 5 ml of distilled water and this liquid was added in to the crucible. The % of remaining content was deducted from initial % of ash taken (i.e. 100%) to determine the water soluble ash value.
Data analysis consists of mapping the interview data and the associated material relating the Yogi to the conceptual frame. The view taken about Yogi’s positive lifestyle. The data analysis summarizes the key points that backups the argument that yoga plays a positive impact that contributes to a healthy emotional frame of mind.
In India there are many religious rituals. Some are the same as in the United States of America. They have Muslim and Christian rituals. Some of these rituals the Muslim and Christians of the United States of America participate in. Religious rituals make a huge impact on India’s culture. India’s culture would not be the same without these religious rituals. (“Indian Culture”)
At first it may see that the ARHS soil has higher phosphorus levels than the potting soil, and indeed
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Contamination of Water and Air. Urbanization enhances the proliferation of industries, automobiles, and agricultural practices. Most toxic air contaminants are produced as we endeavor to fuel our homes, automobiles, factories, energy production facilities, and might also be discovered in indoor cleansing mixtures, and construction supplies. Furthermore pollutants found in gasoline, dry cleaning services, and paint thinners and strippers; som...
As I have mentioned in the above paragraph that I always had a dream to go visit the Hindu temple, so I decided to visit Hindu temple for my experience project. It is way that is giving me an opportunity to learn and find out interesting things about the Hindu practices. By just visiting to this temple I can find out many differences in between mine and Hindu culture. I have watc...
Rites form and essential part of social life. Rites invoke ancestors and the dead. The whole person, body, and soul are totally involved in worship. There are many rites of purification of individuals and communities. Religious sacredness is preserved in ritual, in dress and the arrangements of the places of worship. The sick are healed in rites, which involve their families and the community. Some of the traditional blessings are rich and very meaningful. In worship and sacrifice there is co-responsibility each person contributes his share in a spirit of participation. Symbols bridge the spheres of the sacred and secular and so make possible a balanced and unified view of reality.
The millennium city – Gurgaon, is often termed as Industrial hub of NCR. Year 1970 marked the revolutionary change in Gurgaon. Its success story began when Maruti Suzuki India Limited established its manufacturing plant. In 2015, more than 250 Fortune 500 companies reside in Gurgaon. It has become city with third highest per capita income in India.