and i dont mean the american indians i mean the ones from India.
2006-11-08 12:20:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
They're called bindi (or tilaka), and traditionally they weren't jewels but a colored mark. Again, traditionally speaking, it's a sign marital status, caste membership or religious affiliation. These days, it could be that or simply a fashion statement.
2006-11-08 12:34:50 · answer #1 · answered by izzy_a_dumas 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They're called bindis. There are those red dots or the pretty jewel like bindis. The red dots are not cheaper substitutes, i think they have a religious significance. The jewel like bindis are seen as jewellery. All Indian women can wear them, whether married or not. They're not embedded into the skin. They're like stickers. The ones sold in England aren't so good from personal experience. My grandma bought me some from India, they're so beautiful and last for ages. I sometimes wear them out clubbing, it makes me feel like an Indian princess!!lol!
2016-05-21 23:07:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The dot worn on the forehead is a religious symbol. It represents divine sight and shows that one is a Hindu. For women, it is also a beauty mark.
Since it is specifically a Hindu practice, I would have to say that "Indians" do not wear them....as many Indians are Muslim.
2006-11-08 12:23:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I thought it was the ones who are virgins,,I could be wrong so dont hold me to that..
2006-11-08 12:22:03 · answer #4 · answered by I give you the Glory Father ! 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it marks their virginity
2006-11-08 12:25:36 · answer #5 · answered by Julie 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it is beautiful.
2006-11-08 12:39:39 · answer #6 · answered by guharamdas 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it makes them look sexy..
2006-11-08 12:21:24 · answer #7 · answered by akoaypilipino 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋