Discover and read the best of Twitter Threads about #HinduTradition
Most recents (1)
Namaste, the traditional Indian greeting, putting your palms together and bowing your head slightly has made a comeback.
The other day Prince Charles was seen, greeting important people with Namaste. That's a sea change even though it’s under special circumstances.
1/7
The other day Prince Charles was seen, greeting important people with Namaste. That's a sea change even though it’s under special circumstances.
1/7
There was a time when all Indian/Hindu customs and traditions were considered as superstition by the West in general. Even useful ones were discarded without examining.
A classic case of throwing the baby out with the bath water.
2/7
A classic case of throwing the baby out with the bath water.
2/7
So what does Namaste mean? Is it merely a meaningless gesture?
Namaste is done with the head slightly bowed and hands joined together, palms touching and fingers pointing upwards. Thumbs are close to the chest.
3/7
Namaste is done with the head slightly bowed and hands joined together, palms touching and fingers pointing upwards. Thumbs are close to the chest.
3/7
