Why do we ring temple bells during puja? What is its astrological significance?

Right before stepping inside a temple or performing a holy Aarti at home, ringing the holy bell is an inseparable part of the Hindu culture. Interestingly, this ritual is deeply rooted in the Vedic culture as well as ancient astrology, wherein it is believed that sound and vibrations released by ringing the bells can bring in divine blessings as well as help in bringing positivity. Here’s all you need to know about this beautiful tradition, and what exactly is the holy bell?

What exactly is the holy bell? What makes it so unique?

According to the ancient texts and books of Vedic astrology, the tradition of ringing a temple bell or simply ringing a bell during puja or arti is linked to seeking the divine blessing. The holy bell is also known as Ghanta or Ghanti in Hindi, and it is believed that ringing the bell is an ancient Vedic ritual, which beautifully aligns with Hindu mythology, and it is believed that this Vedic ritual has the power to invoke divine presence by purifying the environment and the aura with its strong sound and vibration, which aligns the cosmic energies for spiritual elevation. In fact, as per ancient texts and scriptures on astrology, it is believed that the vibrations of a Ghanti can resonate with the planetary harmonies, help balance chakras and mitigate doshas, and boost the home mandir’s sanctity for daily household worship.

Divine invocation

It is believed that ringing a holy bell during the puja or during aarti can invite the deities to the mandir of the house. In fact, ringing the divine bell and its resonant sound is like a chime that is believed to be a sacred call that is believed to bring in divine grace to the mandir through the altar of the house. When placed in the home mandirs, this bell has the power to awaken divine energies of the northeast Ishaan Kon by ringing during rituals and aartis; this can amplify prayers and also foster protection against negativity.

Astrological significance

According to the books of Vedic astrology, the bell's sound resembles ‘Om,’ which holds the power of seeking Lord Shiva’s blessings by activating the Ajna chakra and harmonizing the five elements with planets such as the Sun for vitality and the Moon for peace that also helps in reducing the malefic influences of the Rahu-Ketu doshas. At home, it strengthens Jupiter's blessings for wisdom, making family pujas potent for prosperity and mental clarity.


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