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The practice of wearing a bindi dates back thousands of years and has roots in Hinduism. It is mentioned in ancient texts like the Vedas and the Puranas.
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The bindi traditionally symbolizes the third eye or the spiritual eye, representing wisdom and knowledge. It is also considered a point of focus during meditation.
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Traditionally, a red bindi indicates a married woman in many parts of India, while a black bindi might be worn by unmarried women and young girls.
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It is believed to protect against bad luck and the evil eye. The bindi is also a mark of the Ajna chakra (the third eye) in yogic traditions.
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Red or maroon bindis are common, especially among married women. Elaborate designs are also popular during festivals and special occasions.
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Women often wear bindis made from kumkum (red powder) or turmeric mixed with lime, which creates a bright yellow bindi.
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In Bengali culture, the bindi is often large and round, made from sindoor (vermilion).
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Women may wear a crescent-shaped bindi, which is distinctive to the region.
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Men sometimes wear a similar mark called a tilak during religious ceremonies. Children might wear smaller bindis or tilaks as part of traditional attire during festivals.
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