Hello to all, There was a query recently asking for the significance of putting 3 knots at the time of Maangalyadhaarana. I have not been able to find any specific explanation to the three knots, except that this symbolises the integration in mind and soul of three important parties to the sacred marriage. The first knot apparently, symbolises the unity between the husband and wife and the firm commitment to each other through the marital bondage. This is amply borne out in all the rituals of the marriage; The second knot symbolises the unification and firm commitment to the two families; The third one, which is normally tied by the sister, is the reciprocal commitment and assurance of the boy's side to the girl's prosperity and well being and the progeny brought through this bondage. If any of the group members get a diiferent interpretation, please let me know. Also apologies please, if i am incorrect in mentioning the above significance. Ashok from Ras-Al-Khaimah, U.A.E. ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Make a clean sweep of pop-up ads. Yahoo! Companion Toolbar. Now with Pop-Up Blocker. Get it for free! http://us.click.yahoo.com/L5YrjA/eSIIAA/yQLSAA/VkWolB/TM --------------------------------------------------------------------~-> Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SriRangaSri/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: SriRangaSri-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
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