Sankranti Bangles: Unveiling the Ancient Tradition of Odd Numbers and Uneven Wearing

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News18•05-01-2026, 16:11
Sankranti Bangles: Unveiling the Ancient Tradition of Odd Numbers and Uneven Wearing
- •Makar Sankranti is an auspicious occasion for married women, where bangles symbolize good fortune.
- •Tradition dictates the total number of bangles on both hands must be odd (e.g., 23), believed to awaken 'Shakti'.
- •Wearing an uneven number of bangles (e.g., 11 on one hand, 12 on other) balances sun-moon energies, removing negativity.
- •Green glass bangles are preferred, with an extra bangle worn for the husband's long life and 'Ahev' (marital bliss).
- •Unequal bangles produce clearer sound waves, believed to purify the home environment and symbolize prosperity.
Why It Matters: Sankranti bangle tradition emphasizes odd numbers and uneven wearing for spiritual balance and prosperity.
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