importance of touching elder’s feet
Hinduism is a fine blend of exquisite culture and traditions. There are many things to be followed which impart knowledge and hon humans to be better than ever. One of the customs that is widely followed throughout India is touching the feet of elders. Elders are the embodiment of fine knowledge and experience. Touching their feet is nothing less than prostrating gods and goddesses.
There is a process of performing pada namaskar to elders. One must bend down, and touch the right foot with the right hand and the left foot with the left hand with utmost devotion and rendering. Then the elders will touch the head with their hand and bless. This is exactly how to prostrate to elders. This is called Hasta Mastaka Samyoga.
The power of their knowledge will pass through us this way. So it is considered a holy act to prostrate to elders and touch their feet.
Jai Matangi Maa..
