It is not for nothing that vermilion is filled with the bride’s ring, know its importance here.

In Hindu religion, the ceremony of filling the mang is considered the most sacred moment of marriage. When the groom applies vermillion on the bride’s forehead with the help of a ring, it is not just a tradition but a promise to be together for life. The roots of this ritual are linked to thousands of years old culture in which vermilion is considered a symbol of identity and good luck in marital life.

In Hinduism the ring is considered to be associated with planets and energy. The ring finger in particular is considered to represent love and relationships. When the ring of this finger is filled with vermilion, it is believed that the vermilion enters the bride’s life carrying emotional energy and blessings. It is not only a union of two people but also a sacred bond between two families.

The red color in vermilion is considered a symbol of energy, love, power and prosperity. Apart from this, red color represents Mars which has a significant impact on marital life. Filling the ring with vermillion is considered a means of controlling this energy and making it reach the bride’s demand. In this tradition, special attention is paid to the position of the planets, energy and auspicious time.

Maang is the part of our body where the ‘Ignorance Chakra’ is located which is considered to be the center of life’s decisions and emotions. When vermilion is applied on this chakra with a ring, it increases mental balance, peace and positive thinking. It is believed that this prepares the bride’s mind for new experiences of married life and gives her mental strength.

Filling the demand with the ring also shows a sense of respect and equality. This symbolizes that the groom promises to give not just rights but also love, respect and protection. The ring has a round shape which represents eternal love and a relationship with no end. Therefore, applying vermilion with it means that this relationship will continue throughout life without breaking.

There is a religious belief that filling the ring with vermillion is a symbol of the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi. During the marriage, this ritual is performed amidst the chanting of mantras, so that the bride and groom receive the blessings of the Gods and Goddesses. It is believed that this moment brings good luck, wealth, health and love in the life of the newly married couple. For this reason blessings are taken from all four directions.

Even in today’s modern times, the tradition of filling a wish with a ring continues, because it has not only religious but also emotional and scientific significance behind it. This is the most emotional moment in the life of the bride and groom which is captured on camera and made memorable. Be it social media or family album, this moment is considered the most special. That is why it has got the foremost place among the main rituals of marriage.