스크랩 빈디(bindi)

빈디(bindi), 혹은 kumkum에 대해서..  

            

빈디(bindi), 혹은 kumkum 은
고대로부터 전해지는 "yantra(얀트라: 명상할 때 쓰는 기하학적 도형)"을
의미하는 것이며 7~8세기 경부터 시작된 매우 오래된 관습이라고 합니다.

인도나 스리랑카의 결혼한 여성들이 착용하며,
이는 여성을 "아기를 생산할 수 있는 수정란" 임을 상징하는 것이랍니다.
어떤 인류학자들의 말에 따르면, 빈디를 착용하는 관습은
가축에 낙인을 찍는 것에서 비롯되었다고 한답니다.
빈디로 이마에 그려넣는 초승달은 소의 뿔을 상징하는 것이라고 이들은 주장하구요.

다시 말하면, 여성은 과거에, 그리고 현재에도 배우자에게 종속되어 있음을
의미하는 것이라는 말입니다. 해서, 많은 페미니스트들은 이 전통에 따르는 것을
거부하고 있는 실정이구요.

오늘날 빈디는 전통성보다는 패션의 의미를 더 강하게 지니게 되었고,
빈디의 유무나 그 형태, 색상 등이 더 이상 여성의 캐릭터나 기/미혼 여부,
혹은 문화적 배경 등을 설명하지 못하는 실정이 되었습니다.

Bindi

History and Significance of Bindi

"A woman's beauty is multiplied 1,000 times when she wears a bindi"
-Hindu Proverb

Exotic women wearing a red dot on their forehead...Have you ever wondered why the women of India wear the little red dot on their forehead? Many people think that this little red dot has something to do with the caste system of India. The truth of the matter is that they have absolutely nothing to do with the caste system of India. They are such a part of India's heritage and culture that we must make mention of their value.

Pronounced Bin Dee, the word bindi is derived from the Sanskrit word bindu, which means "drop". There are two common meanings of bindi throughout India. The first is tied to Hindu religion and the second is social symbol. Throughout India , many believe it is suppose to be representative of the mystic third eye and become the central point of the base of creation Therefore, the traditional red dot (often made with tikka powder or vermillion) can be seen on men and women alike. When visiting a temple, it is common for the priest to mark, men, women and children with this mark using his finger. The second historical and cultural significance of bindi is as a social symbol, very similar to western wedding bands. Bindi were worn by married women in North India in the form of a little red dot. Red was chosen because that color was suppose to bring good fortune into the home of the bride. The red mark made the bride the preserver of the family's honor and welfare. Over time, they also became a fashion accessory and changed in shape and colors.

In the past few decades, not only married women have taken up this beautiful accessory. Girls of all ages enjoy wearing a variety of styles and colors. Today, these little gems are often matched with the color clothing a person is wearing. It is a must with sari, sarees, salwar kameez or other Indian dresses. It is also used as an accessory to any belly dance , ethnic dance costume or for body art. They come with a sticker like back that allows you to place the bindi securely. Bindis are fast becoming the accessory of choice for their sensual charm and sparkle. Try one today!

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