Etra

Description

It is often applied to deities’ idols and sacred objects to enhance the sanctity of worship. During puja, devotees apply itra on their forehead or wrists as a symbol of purity and devotion. It is also mixed with sandalwood paste or kumkum and offered to gods and goddesses.

Itra is used in various Hindu rituals, including special worship of Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Krishna, and Lord Shiva. The fragrance is believed to attract positive energies and create a divine atmosphere. In some traditions, itra is applied to yantras and religious scriptures to preserve their sanctity.

Offering fragrant itra to guests during religious ceremonies is considered a gesture of respect and hospitality. It is also used in havan and yagna to purify the surroundings and invoke divine presence.