The Tamil Aum sign (ௐ) is a sacred spiritual symbol that represents the sound of the universe and ultimate reality. It is a vital symbol in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. 

 

Meaning

• The Aum symbol is made up of the three sounds "A", "U", and "M" 
• The "A" sound is said to represent the beginning, the creation of the universe and everything within it. 
• The Aum symbol is said to be the primordial sound from which the universe was created. 
• The three syllables A-U-M are said to represent the trinity of the three major gods: Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the preserver) and Shiva (the destroyer).

 

Use

• The Aum symbol is often chanted either independently or before a spiritual recitation and during meditation. 

• Om pendants are of high value in many traditions. 

• Wearing Om pendants is a way to connect with the divine sense of the symbol.

• The Om symbol emoji marks content dealing with yoga, spirituality, and feelings of inner peace.

 

The spear, or Vel, in the Hindu festival of Thaipusam represents divine wisdom and the triumph of good over evil. The festival celebrates the day when Mother Parvati gave Murugan the spear to defeat evil. 

 

Explanation

• Thaipusam is a festival of penance, prayer, and devotion to the god Murugan. 
• The festival is celebrated in South India, Sri Lanka, and Singapore. 
• The festival involves severe penance and sacrifice, such as body piercings and wearing elaborate kavadis. 
• The festival is a time for repentance and celebrations are carried out mainly at the temple. 
• The festival signifies that Lord Murugan is an enlightened being who transcended from his physical form. 
• The festival is a reminder of the victory of virtue over evil. 
• The festival is a colorful display of cultural identity, religious passion, and community unity among Hindu communities.

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