Brushing our teeth is essential for oral hygiene, but did you know that certain dates are consider inauspicious for this simple act? Yes, According to the Narada Purana, brushing your teeth (known as “datun” in Sanskrit) is discourage on specific days like Amavasya (new moon), Shashthi (sixth day of the lunar cycle), Pratipada (first day of the lunar cycle), Dwadashi (twelfth day), all festivals, and Navami (ninth day).
Here’s why each of these dates is consider unfavorable for brushing:
* Amavasya: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, brushing your teeth on this day might displease him.
* Shashthi: Honoring Lord Vishnu, brushing on this day could offend him.
* Pratipada: Lord Krishna’s birthday, brushing on this day might anger him.
* Dwadashi: Devoted to both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, brushing on this day could upset both deities.
* Festivals: Since deities are believe to visit Earth during festivals, brushing is consider inauspicious.
* Navami: Dedicated to Lord Rama, brushing on this day might displease him.
Reasons behind avoiding “datun” on these dates:
It’s believe in Narada Purana that brushing on these dates increases negative energy, affecting your health and inviting various troubles into your life. Therefore, abstaining from brushing on these specific days is say to bring happiness and prosperity.
Alternatives to consider:
* You can brush your teeth before going to bed the night before these dates.
* Skipping brushing on these days won’t compromise your oral hygiene.
* Avoiding “datun” on these dates can positively impact your health and well-being.
