Swastik

Welcome to the Indian house and I am sure you will find this symbol somewhere or the other. Visible yet unnoticed. This is how this pious symbol is.

A 3000 years old ancient mark, with four arms bent at 90 degrees, usually oriented horizontally or at a 45° angle.  It is considered to be a religious symbol which is commonly used in temples and houses in India. Its Indian form typically features a dot in each quadrant (as shown in the figure below).

Its origin is unclear. But in India its considered to be 'shubh' or 'pious'. To start any good work we use this symbol in different forms; as its used in rakhi, greeting cards, clothes, show pieces, wall hangings and God knows, you'll find it on any random thing lying across. Change is visible, but the culture somehow follows and finds it way. And now India has started using it in designs of hidden cameras as well. I just came across this image sometime back. Surprised? Me too. :)

Have a look at some of the real images below. You'll witness it!!

See a few more ways how a 'Swastik' is used in India. You'll find it on any random thing or people you come across. This is India. :) 

                                                                                                                                      

Svastik on an Auto Rickshaw in Delhi.

Svastik carved on utensils used for worship.

Designer Svastik space in a restaurant.

Today, the swastika is used primarily as a religious symbol by Hindus, but it also appears in Buddhism and Jainism.

The symbol is very commonly used in festivals here in India, like in Deepawali or in Holi. And its also created on the doors and walls of the houses. Its also a part of Rangoli designs on floors. You can find some images below. It is created with flowers, colors, abeer etc.

Doesn't it look amazing with a deep/diya beside it? 

Its beauty is personified when its used in Rangoli created with flowers. Isn't it?

But.. Remember... DON'T step on it. Its not practiced in India as its considered to be Pious. Don't come and ask me as I have already warned you all. :)