We have often seen girls and women wearing a black thread around their ankle on left leg. Have you ever wondered the reason behind wearing it that way?
Although there are some who consider it to be stylish to complement their feet but as per some explanations the black thread is taken to be a holy thread which is worn to stay protected from negative energy in the surrounding. While some consider it beneficial , and some also consider it superstitious .
As per one explanation it is generally said that the black thread is worn by girls on their left leg because it’s believed that the black thread will protect them from negative energy and also from bad effects of black magic . However according to another explanation the black thread attracts good luck. Besides some also give a medical connection with the thread. Some people believe that tying black thread to the ankle can remove pain.
The colour black is considered as the symbol of Saturn (Shani) according to astrology. And Rahu Ketu is believed to be the source of evil powers or evil sight. Hence the holy black thread is tied on the left leg to protect the person wearing from the negative effects of Rahu Ketu.
According to astrology, black colour protects from the evil eye. This is the reason why people use black tika, black cloth or black thread to avoid it.
Moreover as per another explanation wearing black thread on your feet can help you get rid of financial problems or losses in your job or business. The thread strengthens the fortune luck and gradually removes the poor financial issues.
It is said that, women should always tie a black thread on the left leg while men should tie the black thread on their right legs. It is considered very auspicious to do so.
The black thread surely complements any feet however the choice of wearing might vary from person to person.
