Indian Wedding Traditions: In Indian culture, marriage is considered a union not just of two people but of two families. This is why every ritual related to marriage has its own special significance. One of these traditions is the tradition of giving omen during marriage. Whenever a marriage, engagement or any auspicious event takes place in any house, relatives, friends and family members offer money, gifts or any auspicious things as a sign of omen. But have you ever wondered why this tradition started and what is its religious significance?
What is Shagun?
Shagun means auspicious sign or good wish. In Indian tradition, there is a belief of starting any auspicious work with auspicious things and positive energy. The omen given on an auspicious occasion like marriage is considered a symbol of the wishes of the newly married couple for a happy and successful married life.
Why is omen given from religious point of view?
According to religious beliefs, giving donations, gifts and money on auspicious occasions is considered virtuous. The omen given in marriage is not only financial support, but it also includes blessings and good wishes. It is believed that when elders or loved ones give omen, they also give their good thoughts and good wishes to the newlyweds. In Hindu religion, donation and Dakshina have been given special importance in any auspicious work. Under this tradition, the practice of giving omen in marriage ceremonies has been going on for centuries.
Why are only Rs 101, 501 or 1100 given?
You must have often seen that instead of Rs 100, 500 or 1000, Rs 101, 501, 1100 or 2100 are given in Shagun. There is a special belief behind this also. It is believed that a separate rupee is a symbol of continuous progress and auspiciousness. From a religious point of view, it indicates that happiness and prosperity should not stop here, but should continue to grow further. Therefore, the tradition of giving the amount by adding something else i.e. one rupee to the Shagun is prevalent.
Social importance is also special
The social aspect of the tradition of Shagun is also considered very important. In olden times, when it was not easy to bear the expenses of marriage ceremonies, relatives and people of the society used to provide financial support through Shagun. This reduced the burden on the family to some extent. Even today this tradition strengthens social relations.
What is given in Shagun?
The form of the omen may vary according to different regions and traditions. Many people give money, while some people gift gold and silver, clothes, sweets, coconut, fruits or other useful things. All these things are considered symbols of auspiciousness, prosperity and auspiciousness.
What things are kept in mind while giving omen?
According to traditional beliefs, it is considered auspicious to use a clean envelope while giving omen. Many people also keep rice, turmeric or a coin in the envelope. It is believed that this increases auspicious results.
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