Why Coconut is Broken Before God???

Why Coconut Is Broken Before God? It Appeases God and Removes All Negativity

Breaking a coconut before a god or goddess is a common ritual among the Hindus. Coconut has presence in every Hindu celebration and there is very auspicious use of it in almost all occasions. Any new venture is initialed with the breaking of a coconut either on the main project arena or before an idol.  Coconut is a must either in festive occasion or o a puja time. Why do Hindus break a coconut before any initiative? Has it any scientific reason behind it?

According to religious faith coconut is regarded as the symbol of the holy trinity, Brahma, Vishnu and Maheshwar. There is the significance of coconut water too in Hindu religion. It is believed that the water of the coconut removes all kinds of negativity from the room and the engineering structural flaws.

It is told in Hind mythology that he moment Lord Vishnu appeared on the earth, He brought with Him Devi Lakshmi, a coconut tree and a Kamdhenu cow. Hence it is very auspicious thing to break a coconut during the time of worshipping. 

Hindu Purana says that to stop animal sacrifice the ritual of breaking a coconut was initiated. The outer part of the coconut that is very hard is compared with the vanity of human beings and the kernel is compared with the symbol of peace. Offering a coconut means to sacrifice own self before the God. Some of the astrologers are of opinion that breaking of coconuts also removes all kinds of financial hurdles. Yet in most parts of India it is woman who can’t break the coconut. What’s the reason behind it is not known. Yet the custom is in vogue.

The Inner Significance

Coconuts are symbols of good luck and prosperity in many cultures, particularly in Hinduism. In Hindu rituals and ceremonies, coconuts are often broken as a symbol of breaking the inner ego and offering oneself to the divinity.

Breaking a coconut just before an auspicious occasion brings good fortune and ward off all types of negative energy. It is also considered as a way of seeking blessings from the gods and goddesses for the very success of the occasion.

The act of breaking a coconut also represents the breaking of obstacles or hurdles that may come in the way of the particular auspicious occasion. This is why it is a common practice to break a coconut before initiation of any new venture or undertaking. To tell the truth, breaking of a coconut symbolizes humility, purity, and devotion to the divine.

Is There Any Astrological Significance?

Yes, in astrology, coconut is associated with planet Rahu and is believed to have a strong influence on its positioning in one's horoscope. Rahu, one of the nine planets in Vedic astrology is considered to be a malefic one that can bring challenges and obstacles in one's life.

According to astrology, breaking a coconut before an auspicious occasion helps to appease the negative influences of Rahu and brings good luck and all round prosperity. It is also believed to enhance the positive vibes in the environment and create a more conducive atmosphere for the particular occasion.

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Coconut has got great religious significance in India. It's one of the most common offerings in any temple. Coconut is also known as Shrifala, which means Gods Fruit. Coconut plays a vital role in puja rituals. It is also offered on occasions like weddings, festivals, inauguration of a vehicle, house etc. It is tied as Torana at the door of homes during all auspicious functions, also given to a bride before she leaves for her in laws place after the wedding. Coconut is the symbol of fertility in Indian culture. There is also a belief that, if any one destroys a coconut tree, will oneself get destroyed. Ancient tales of Hindu mythology reveal that, there used to be a custom of offering a person to the god for the prosperity of rest of the community. But as it involved an unethical, inhuman brutal killing of a person, it got replaced by breaking or offering a coconut in lieu of a person. Coconuts hard cover resembles the head of a human being and breaking of coconut is seen as breaking our ego because it is believed that god expects his devotees to be egoless and pure hearted. Gradually it became so prevalent that today it's a vital ritual while worshiping any God or Goddess in Hindu religion.