to show that they are married
to KEEP AWAY DEVIL
The red dots on Indians' foreheads, known as "bindi," are traditional symbols often worn by women. They can signify marital status, religious beliefs, or cultural identity, and are sometimes adorned with decorative designs. The bindi is typically made of a sticky substance or adhesive that allows it to stay in place, and it can also be made from various materials such as powders, stickers, or jewels. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, the bindi is believed to represent the third eye, symbolizing spiritual insight.
Sikhs do not traditionally wear dots on their foreheads. The dot, known as a bindi, is more commonly associated with Hindu culture. Sikhs typically wear turbans and may have other religious symbols, but the bindi is not part of their customs.
The dots on the foreheads of many Indians, often referred to as "bindi," have cultural and religious significance. Traditionally worn by Hindu women, the bindi symbolizes the third eye or spiritual insight and represents marital status. In modern times, it has also become a fashion accessory, with various styles and colors reflecting personal expression. The practice varies across different regions and communities in India.
If you mean the sindoor on women's foreheads, no they are not. It is a washable, red powder.
Cause laser pointers are really cheap in India
They killed indians. Feathers, not dots.
Generally, yes we Indians have bindis. Now a days, it is used for fashion purposes but the real reason we would put kunkoo or a tikka on our foreheads is way to symbolizing the worship to our intellect. Also, women wear it in the parting of their hair as a marrige "status".
Big foreheads
Actually, yes, most of us Somali guys have rather big foreheads. I used to think that my hairline was receding or something when I was younger, but it's actually just the size of our foreheads. I don't really know why we have big foreheads though, it's usually deemed "unattractive" by society, but I think we look just fine :)
People have varying opinons as to what they find attractive on another person. You may be so in love with foreheads because it is especially visually appealing to you.
they used to use blue ink (on their foreheads) but lapiz became scarce due to the demand of artisans wanting to use it for their paint; so they started using red which was easier to and cheaper to get.