Gomti Chakra

Gomti Chakra, literally 'A war-quoit of Gomti', 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 the Sanskrit, meaning "wheel". 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

Gomti refers to the river where it is found and chakra means a war-quoit.[1][6] It is also known as Cats 's eye shell, Naag-Chakra or Cows 's eye shell.[5][6]

Usage

Gomti Chakra is also used in jewellery. It was used by the ancient Celts and Greeks also.[3]

Religious importance

It is considered holy by Hindus.[5][7] It is believed to give protection for children.[4][5][3]

References

  1. 1 2 Duarte Barbosa (1970). A Description of the Coasts of East Africa and Malabar. London: Johnson Reprint Corporation.
  2. ↑ "Gomti Chakra".
  3. 1 2 3 4 "Gomati Chakra – The sacred discus of Vishnu.". Occulttreasures.com. Retrieved November 7, 2015.
  4. 1 2 "Gomti Chakra". Astrojyotishi.com. Retrieved November 7, 2015.
  5. 1 2 3 4 "Magic SEA Underground: Magical Uses Of Gomti Chakra (Cat's Eye Shell)". liewsp1-magicsea.blogspot.in. Retrieved 2015-11-07.
  6. 1 2 Srinivas, N.Rama (2015-10-25). "Benefits of gomati chakra ------------------------ Vaastusri. Dr.N V …".
  7. ↑ "Tantra: गोमती चक्र (Gomati Chakra)". tantrakuldeep.blogspot.in. Retrieved 2015-11-09.
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