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Know Why People Are Not Visiting Temple In The Afternoon


People have developed the habit of visiting temples for soul purification. They strongly believe in whose ideals and beliefs towards God. Apart from the religious and spiritual significance, the temple is a holy place that attracts social and humanitarian. A visit to a temple gives a person peace of mind and satisfaction. It brings positive results in our life. Along with this it is very important to know when we should visit the temple. Usually we visit the temple in the morning and evening. But have you seen people visiting the temple even at noon..? The number of people going to the temple during the afternoon is very less. Moreover, most of the temples are closed during that time. Do you know why temples should not be visited in the afternoon?

1. Closing time in temples :

The doors of many temples are closed at noon. The temple doors are closed at noon to clean the temple and prepare it for the evening puja. Also, it is said that the Lord would rest in the temple at noon. It is believed that if you go to the temple at such a time, the God's sleep will be disturbed.

2. Excessive heat:

The intensity of the sun's rays is highest in the afternoon. Visiting temples during this time, especially being in public places, will make you feel very tired. That makes our body lazy. Our brain is sleepy. In such a situation.. astrologers say that one should not look at God with a lazy mind in the afternoon.

3. Less number of devotees :

Most people are busy with work or other activities during the afternoon. So the number of devotees in the temples is less during this time. Apart from all such reasons, spiritual experts say that there is no religious or scientific basis behind not visiting the temple during afternoon. If you want to go to the temple in the afternoon, you can go. It is important to note that the purpose of visiting a temple is to express devotion and respect towards God. You can visit the temple at any time with calm and concentration.

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