Safed Chandan lakdi (सफ़ेद चन्दन लकड़ी) Abhimantrit

Safed Chandan lakdi (सफ़ेद चन्दन लकड़ी)

Safed Chandan Lakdi, or white sandalwood, is a type of sandalwood renowned for its use in various rituals, ceremonies, and Ayurvedic practices. It is distinct from other types of sandalwood like red (लाल चंदन) and yellow (पीला चंदन) varieties. Safed Chandan holds a special place in spiritual and medicinal traditions due to its unique properties and benefits.

How to Use it?(इसका उपयोग कैसे करे?)

This  Chandan Lakdi is typically used by grinding it into a fine paste or powder. This paste is then applied as a tilak (forehead mark) during religious ceremonies and rituals. The application of chandan tilak is believed to have a cooling effect on the mind and body. It is often applied on the forehead to activate the Ajna Chakra (आज्ञा चक्र), also known as the third eye chakra, which enhances concentration, mental clarity, and spiritual awareness.

Apart from tilak, white chandan is also used in the form of incense sticks (धूप) and in religious offerings (पूजन अनुष्ठान). Burning white chandan incense is believed to purify the environment and promote a serene atmosphere conducive to meditation and spiritual practices.

Benefits

The benefits of this chandan extend beyond its spiritual significance. In Ayurveda, it is revered for its cooling properties, which help pacify heat-related conditions in the body and mind. White Chandan is known to soothe skin irritations, reduce inflammation, and promote overall skin health when used in skincare preparations.

Moreover, the aroma of Safed Chandan is calming and has a therapeutic effect on the nervous system. It is often used in aromatherapy to alleviate stress, anxiety, and insomnia. Regular use of Safed Chandan in various forms is believed to enhance mental clarity, improve concentration, and induce a sense of tranquility and inner peace.