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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.

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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.

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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.

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It’s called the Anjali Mudra, from 'Anj' meaning to honor or celebrate.
It means I bow to the Divine in you. May our hearts and souls meet.

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The thumbs touch the Heart centre or sometimes the Ajna Chakra between the eyebrows. It's a grand gesture of bringing the Divine in me and you together in peace and harmony.

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In the present Corona context, it is the safest and most meaningful global greeting. No shaking of hands, no hugging, kissing, or rubbing noses.

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May our hearts stay together in Namaste, even after the Coronavirus takes to its heels.

Namaste to the Divine in the heart of all beings. 🙏🏻

Sri.M

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