The Enigma of an Evil Eye

Myriad cultures across the globe believe in the malevolent effect of an evil eye.

The ‘Evil Eye’ concept in India, fundamentally signifies the negative emotions prevalent in others. This negativism is assumed to hinder the well being of the person. Basically, it indicates the malicious vibes that comes as a result of the damaging energies emanated from others due to hatred and jealousy. It is believed that such an energy releases a negative aura that deters the growth or success of an individual. This appalling energy is believed to bring misfortune to the person and this is why that person cannot yield his destined and deserved fruits of success. In India, before initiating something substantial, people follow certain rituals and practices to eliminate all the destructive energies around. These practices are followed from yesteryears and have been passed on through generations.

Marriage ceremony is the most auspicious occasion in a person’s life, so every custom and ritual is performed carefully. Both the families perform practices to keep away all the destructive vibes. As per the Hindu mythology, our body is made by seven chakras; each chakra has an essential role to play in our lives. When these chakras spin, it intakes and balances our emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well being. On the contrary, if negativity descends on them, then everything gets disrupted in the married life, causing unexpected mayhem. Astrologers, spiritual believers and ancestors, have some remedies that are being followed from ages to curb its effect on the bride and the groom. As there is a huge fear of that spiteful eye on brides and grooms, every culture has different remedies associated to eliminate it.