Gomti Chakra
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Gomti Chakra is the operculum of a kind of rare sea snail in the family Turbinidae.[1][2][3] One place these opercula are found is in the Gomti River, Dwarka, hence the name. The word Chakra is from Sanskrit, meaning circular. These objects are considered sacred by Hindus, giving wealth, health, and success. Gomti Chakra are also believed to give protection for children.[4][5][3]
Etymology[edit]
Gomti refers to the river where it is found and chakra means circular.[1][6] It is also known as Cats 's eye shell, Naag-Chakra or Cows 's eye shell.[5][6]
Usage[edit]
Gomti Chakra is also used in jewellery. It was used by the ancient Celts and Greeks also.[3]
Religious importance[edit]
It is considered holy by Hindus.[5][7] It is believed to give protection for children.[4][5][3]
References[edit]
- ^ a b Duarte Barbosa (1970). A Description of the Coasts of East Africa and Malabar. London: Johnson Reprint Corporation.
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- ^ a b c d "Magic SEA Underground: Magical Uses Of Gomti Chakra (Cat's Eye Shell)". liewsp1-magicsea.blogspot.in. Retrieved 2015-11-07. CS1 maint: discouraged parameter (link)
- ^ a b Srinivas, N.Rama (2015-10-25). "Benefits of gomati chakra ------------------------ Vaastusri. Dr.N V …". Cite journal requires
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