Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Namaste

Saying Namaste:

The correct way to say Namaste requires that you fold your hands, press your hands and take the clasped hands close to your heart, reminiscent position your hands when they perform their prayers and then want your Elders 'Namaste'. Talking about how to pronounce Namaste, the right way is to talk like this "Nam-a-stay".
There may be different ways to say Namaste. Earlier, a lot of importance was attached to the bow of the head. In rural areas, the old tradition of saying Namaste is still followed. But the Great, the style has undergone a major transformation. In modern times, most young people as a rule, speak the word Namaste, but not really bothered to fold their hands.
There are many parts of India where the old traditions are still kept alive. In these places, Namaste is not just a way to greet, but it is a sign of respect that young people show their parents and thus also the oldest bestow their blessings on them. When we say Namaste, right palm represents the feet of divinity and the left palm denotes the head of the devotee. The gesture Namaste with folded hands is a symbol of reconciliation between man and God.Therefore, Namaste has a lot of reverence for the Indians.
Namaste History:
Namaste is a gesture that is used in different contexts, on the one hand, where it is used to greeting the eldest, then on the other hand, it is brought to use in the practice of yoga as an important Mudra. It is commonly used in the culture of Buddhists.
The origin of Namaskar tradition is still a mystery. Namaste is the sign of obedience on the part of one person to another was. It is a greeting that may arise as a way to acknowledge the submission of one person to another. It can be seen as a declaration of obedience and submission.
Namaste is a Hindi and Nepali words, and therefore it is widespread in the northern states of India and Nepal. Gassho is a term for hand-shake in Japan, which is their normal way of greeting. The punjabi-speaking areas in India, Namaste word is used only to wish Hindus.Among the Punjabis, greet people by saying, 'Sat Sri Akal'.
Namaste meaning:
Namaste has great significance for the people of India. Well, is Namaste folding palms close to your heart, as a way to greet the other person. It is usually accompanied by a slight bending of the head. The hands held together represent the meeting of spirits. It is often said that our right hand, our higher divine nature and the left hand is the lower level secular character.
The gesture of greeting is called Namaste and the act of greeting is called Namaskaram or just Namaskar. Says Namaste has become a true symbol of our Bhartiya Sans Kriti. It represents the hospitality and deep veneration for the Indians. It is usually young people who want Namaste to their parents. Elder reply back in a similar manner.
The word Namaste means:
* Your spirit is the same as mine, and therefore there is no difference between you and me.
* I am delighted with the place where you and I meet.
* My energy salutes the energy that lies within you.
* I acknowledge the power of divinity, who lives in your heart.

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