BILVA OR BAEL LEAVES

Bel leaves, also known as Bilva or Bael leaves, are revered in Hinduism and are traditionally used in worship, particularly of Lord Shiva. The leaves, especially in their trifoliate form, are believed to symbolize Shiva's trident and are also associated with the Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh. They are also used in Ayurvedic medicine for their potential digestive and medicinal benefits.

Religious Significance:

Lord Shiva:

Bel leaves are considered sacred to Lord Shiva and are used in his worship, often offered as a form of devotion.

Symbolism:

The three-pronged leaf is believed to represent Shiva's trident and the Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh.

Trinetra:

The trifoliate shape is also associated with Shiva's three eyes (Trinetra).

Purification:

Offering bel leaves is seen as a gesture of purification and surrender to the deity.

Ayurvedic Uses:

Digestive health:

Bael leaves are traditionally used to help with digestion, constipation, and diarrhea.

Medicinal properties:

They are believed to have cooling properties and are used in Ayurvedic remedies for various ailments, according to Sai Nursery.

Other uses:

Bael fruit and leaves are also used in culinary preparations, such as teas and drinks, and may have benefits for diabetes, ulcers, and fever, according to Organic India.

Fresh Ready to Use Bilva Leaves Bel Patra Leaves for Lord Shiv Pooja ...

Bel or Bilva leaves are one of the Favorites of Lord Shiva. The Bel Patra is widely used in worship of Lord Shiva Lingam especially in a trifoliate form, which ...

 

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