Monday, February 01, 2010

All About Peepal Tree

Origin of Peepal Tree:


In the Hindu religion, Peepal tree much reverence and relevance two humans. People worship the tree and perform a Puja. But, nobody really knows anything about history and origins. Well, there are also some interesting legends associated with the Peepal tree. The tree is known for its heart-shaped leaves with long neck tips. Origin of Peepal tree can be traced back to the times of Indus Valley Civilization (3000 BC - 1700 BC) in the city of Mohenjodaro. Excavations show that even in these times that the Peepal tree was worshiped by Hindus.


During the Vedic period, was the wood cutting Peepal tree used for the manufacture of four. In ancient Purana, an incident described by the Demons defeated the Gods and Lord Vishnu hid in the Peepal tree. Since the Lord stayed in the tree for a while, the tree has great significance for humans. Thus they began two grow timber, considering it to be a way to offer prayers two Lord Vishnu. There are a few legends that suggest that Lord Vishnu was born under the Peepal tree. There are a few stories, Which says that the tree is home to the trinity of freight, Brahma is the root, is the trunk Vishnu and the leaves represent Lord Shiva. Another popular belief is that Lord Krishna died during the Peepal tree.


Upanishads have also made a mention of Peepal tree. Clearly define the difference between body and soul, the fruit of Peepal used as a classic example. According to the Skanda Purana, a person who has a son should consider the Peepal tree as his own child. It says that the family can thrive and have a good name until the Peepal tree survive. Cutting a Peepal tree is considered a major sin, Which is almost equivalent to killing a Brahmin. Skanda Purana says that a person who cut the tree probably go to hell. 
It is preferred two stare Peepal tree only on Saturdays. It is said that there was a time there were two demonstrators, namely Ashvattha and Peepala Used to torture and harasser people. Ashvattha took the form of Peepal and Peepala Disguised as a Brahmin. The Brahmin is used to recommend people to touch the Peepal tree, and when they did, they were killed by the demon Ashvattha. Both demonstrators were killed by Shani devta. It is because of the strong influence of Shani Maharaj, it is considered safe to touch the Peepal tree on Saturday. People are of the belief that while goddess Lakshmi lives in the tree on Saturdays. Women who are not blessed with a son tie a red thread around the trunk or branches to Ask the Gods bless two here and fulfill this desire.


Benefits of Peepal:


Peepal tree is of great medical value. Its leaves serve as a wonderful laxative and tonic for the body. This is particularly useful for patients suffering from jaundice. It helps control the amount of urine is released during jaundice. The Leaves of Peepal is highly effective for treating heart disease. It helps control the heartbeat of the city center and thus combat heart weakness. Ayurveda makes extensive use of the Leaves of Peepal Because of the many benefits it offers.


For constipation problems, there can be no better tool than the consumption of Peepal leaves. Dry Peepal leaves in the sun and powder them. Add a solution of jaggery and aniseed to it. Mix it with water and consume it. This concoction will Ensure proper bowel movements. The Indian basil Peepal works wonders in the treatment of dysentery. Prepare a mixture of grinded coriander leaves, Peepal leaves and sugar and chew it slowly. Peepal Leaves of a plant Which is also considered valuable in the treatment of various skin problems.


Peepal leaves are very helpful in getting rid of mumps. Everything you need to do two take advantage of the smear sites Peepal Leaves of Peepal with ghee and then heat it on low flame. After this, bandage the limb is swollen inflamed. It certainly will provide the patient with a huge relief. While the boil, will remedy prove to be quite effective. In case of formation of pus, dressing the Leaves of Peepal Will Ensure that growth slows. However, it will produce positive results if the problem is in its initial phase.

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