Sacred threads

Maulis are mostly a combination of red and yellow threads. Red is a representation of long life and protection against evil forces. Mauli has the property to stimulate the spiritual energy. Mauli threads have different names in diverse cultures. They are known as Kalava, Rakshasutra, Mouri, Kautuka, and Charadu.

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holy threads and sacred trees... the colorful bangles in INDIA...to symbolize hope....hmmmm wishful thinking maybe??

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A red thread known as Mauli or Kalava or Charadu is tied on wrist by Hindus before the beginning of a religious ceremony. The thread is tied on the right hand by males and on the left hand by females. The thread is tied to invoke the blessings of the Hindu deities especially of the

Red thread around a tree

Beautiful Upanayanam (Sacred Thread) ceremony photos from the Hindu Temple of Minnesota by photographer Joanna Carina of Carina Photographics

Most people who love to celebrate important ceremonies in a traditional way, perform even this yajnopavita or Upanayanam ceremony also in a grand manner inviting many guests and devoting much time to each and every moment of it just like a marriage. A muhurat or an auspicious time is fixed with the advice of pundits to celebrate it at some special time and date according to the horoscope of the person for whom it is celebrated. The preparations also need to be started on an auspicious day so…

About this item Country of Origin- India Red yellow Mix color 2 piece will be sent Length of 1 roll is 2-2.5 metre approximately this is flat shape. Material: Silk Religious Mauli, Moli, Kalawa, kalaya. The design or shape may vary a bit. 100% Skin Friendly Best to be worn after Hindu Religious Poojas like Maha Shivratri, Ganesh Chaturthi, Saraswati Pooja, Diwali, Lakshmi Pooja, Vaibhav Lakshmi Pooja etc.