Why bells are used in temples? We have seen as we enter a temple bells are found hanging from the roof. Devotees ring these bells. So, what the reason behind ringing bells in temple.
The significance of temple bells is both religious and scientific. The tradition of having bells at the entrance of every Hindu temple exists since ancient times. But why do people ring the bell every time they enter a temple?
According to religious beliefs, the sound of the bells awakens the dormant spirit of the God residing within the statue in the sanctum sanctorum of the shrine. According to mythological prescription it also cleanses the sins of the person who rings it.
It is also said that the ringing of bells eliminates all nearby evil energies.
But there are also some scientific reasons to it.
Scientists say that the vibrations that are produced by the bells can travel long distances and get rid of viruses and bacteria to purify the vicinity.
The bells are always made of a specific metal called brass. It is said that the vibrations of this metal livens everybody’s souls.
Ms Kalinga