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News India Live, Digital Desk: We all know that death is an invariable truth of life. When someone we know or a relative dies, it is considered our dharma and duty to go for the last rites (last rites). But, have you ever noticed that the elders of our house often strictly forbid some people from going to the cremation ground or participating in the funeral procession?
Often we dismiss it as superstition, but Hindu Beliefs And even psychologically there are very solid reasons behind this. Our religious scriptures, such as the Garuda Purana, clearly state that people with certain circumstances should avoid witnessing the last rites. Let us understand in plain and simple language who those people are and why they should not go there.
1. Pregnant Women
This rule is considered the strictest. It is said that the atmosphere of the cremation ground is very heavy and full of negative energy. The baby growing in the womb of a pregnant woman is very sensitive. The sight of burning pyre, crying people and air pollution can have a deep impact on the mental and physical health of both mother and child.
- Logic: It is believed that women are emotionally fragile during this period due to hormonal changes, and deep shock can harm the child.
2. Small Children
It is often said that small children have a soft mind. Scenes of cremation ground, such as flames of fire or burning of a body, leave a lasting fear in their mind or Trauma Can produce. Apart from this, there is a risk of many types of bacteria and infections in places like cremation grounds, and the immunity of children is lower than that of adults.
- Logic: Children may get scared, have nightmares at night, or fall ill. Therefore it is better to keep them at home.
3. Newlywed Couples
If someone has just got married, they are also prohibited from attending the funeral. In Hinduism, marriage is considered a symbol of ‘creation’ or new beginning, while death is ‘the end’. This is a happy time in the lives of newly married couples, and they are advised to stay away from the sadness and mourning of death so that there is no negative impact on their new life.
4. Weak heart or sick person
Those who have a weak heart or are very emotional should also not watch the pyre burning or perform rituals like Kapal Kriya. This scene is so harsh that even a strong person can get scared. The sick person is also asked to stay away from the polluted environment to protect himself from the risk of infection.