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01/7Gangajal rules to follow
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Gangajal, the sacred water that people get from the river Ganga, is very spiritual, pure, respected, and important, for Hindus all over the world. It is said and even some studies prove that Gangajal has purifying capabilities that are not present in ordinary water sources. And for Hindus all over the world, Gangajal is pure, has divine qualities, and the ability to wash away any sins. Thus, many households keep a can or bottle of Gangajal at home. Here we list 6 things one should never do if they keep Gangajal at home.
02/7Restrict Tamasic food in the room
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Gangajal, or water from ganga river, is the epitome of purity for Hindus. It is deeply respected and held in high regard by people for its pure nature. And so, to uphold its purity, it is very important to keep the environment in which Gangajal is kept pure and clean from things that are not considered very sattvik.
Tamasic food for example, especially non-vegetarian eatables should be kept away from the place where Gangajal is kept. Eating non-vegetarian food in the same room in which Gangajal is kept is considered impure and should be avoided at all costs. Non-vegetarian food, which involves the killing of animals, is considered impure and incompatible with the sacredness of Gangajal. By keeping such food away, people respect the spiritual purity of that room or place.
03/7Never keep it in plastic bottles
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An emerging trend today is that people carry big plastic water bottles with them and fill them up with Gangajal to get home. But, this practice is extremely wrong. Storing Gangajal in plastic bottles should be avoided as plastics can leach chemicals into the water, which will compromise its purity. Plus, plastic is not biodegradable, which makes them bad for the environment. Traditionally, Gangajal is stored in copper, silver, or glass containers, and copper in particular as it has antimicrobial properties and is believed to improve the benefits of the water.
04/7Never touch it with dirty hands
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No matter how the Gangajal is kept, in plastic or in copper, never touch that vessel with dirty unwashed hands. Touching the container with dirty hands is like disrespecting the purity of the water and can also add impurities to the Gangajal.
Always make sure that before you touch the vessel or bottle, or take Gangajal in your hands, they should be clean and washed as a form of respect to Maa Ganga.
05/7Never keep it close to certain rooms
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Once you get the Gangajal home, it is also important to keep it in the right place. And many experts and elders say that Gangajal should never be kept near toilets or bedrooms. Toilets are considered unclean spaces and the home to waste and germs. And so, keeping the Gangajal close by can make it impure or attract germs towards the vessel it is kept in. Intentionally keeping it near to the bedroom and toilet is considered great disrespect to the Gangajal and should never be done.
06/7Dont keep it stagnant for long
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Maa Ganga is known for her flow and energy. From Hairdwar to Rishikesh, Maa Ganga’s flow is famous and can wash away the gravest of sins. And so, it is said that Gangajal should not be kept stagnant for long.
While Gangajal is known for its ability to remain fresh for a long time, stagnant water can still develop moss or fungus, which will affect its purity.
07/7Don't use Gangajal without purpose
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Drinking Gangajal without any purpose or just randomly sprinkling it around the house should not be done at all. Maa Ganga is respected and revered in India, and so it is important to not drink Gangajal like you would drink bottled water. Before even touching the vessel in which Gangajal is kept, make sure your heart has a sense of respect and remember what your purpose for picking it up is.
Before drinking Gangajal, make sure to say a prayer or at least acknowledge its sacredness.
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