What Does The Red Dot Mean On Indian Woman S Forehead

Posted on october 12 2011 by lior aside from beautiful saris and magnificent gold jewellery one of the most internationally famous body adornments worn by indian women is the red dot on the forehead the bindi.

Travelling in india you might notice that these forehead decorations are not unique to women. The bindi is placed between the eyebrows the place of the sixth chakra the seat of concealed wisdom. In regards to married women a simple red dot on the forehead symbolizes marriage love and prosperity while a black one signifies the death of the partner.

Shyama tara with red bindi on the forehead ca.