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Decoding Temple Dress Codes in Hinduism: Significance, Necessity, and Unraveling Mysteries

Decoding Temple Dress Codes in Hinduism: Significance, Necessity, and Unraveling Mysteries #Hinduism #TempleEtiquette #Spirituality #CulturalTraditions #DressCode #AncientWisdom

Have you ever wondered why some temples in India have dress codes for visitors? What is the significance, necessity, and history behind this practice? What does ancient Hindu literature say about it? And are there any temples without any dress code at all? In this article, we will explore these questions and more, as we learn about the temple dress code in Hinduism. If you are planning to visit…

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Before entering a religious complex (a temple or a shrine) worshippers need to purify themselves. I order to do this in front of many temples there is a purification pavilion called Chouzuya. Worshippers (and respectful visitors) can purify themselves in 4 steps: 1. Use a ladle to first clean your right hand with a little water, making sure the water falls on the ground and not in the basin. 2. change hand and clean the left one. 3. You then cup your right hand and pour a little water in it to rinse your mouth. Do not drink from the ladle. Spit the water discreetly on the ground, not the basin, covering your mouth with your hand. 4. Finally, hold the ladle vertically to let the rest of the content pour down the handle to purify it for the next person and place it back on the stand in the basin. If there is a towel hanging around the basin, feel free to use it to dry your hands.