Why Mahatma Ghandhi believe in Neen Tree and the Reason why Chinese Worship Trees

Everyone has his or her believe either in Supreme God , deity or in any nature's Creature. The strong feeling and Trust they have in what they believe make them adore , respect and are committed in worshiping them.

There is no doubt some believe in God , others believe in stones , rivers, metals , mountain among numerous creatures. Religions cut accross the world and it depends on where you believe and found yourself. For example in Ghana , there are three Religions ,which are Christians , Moslems and Traditionalist with their respective beliefs.

In this Article, I will focus on Using, Adoring , Respecting and Worshipping Trees especially by Chinese.


Mango Tree – Mango tree is another very sacred tree in India whose leaves, wood as well as fruits are used in many rituals. To mark any auspicious occasion, string made from mango leaves is hung on the entrance. Mango leaves are kept in the pot with coconut during Kalash Sathapana. Blossoms of Mango tree are offered to Goddess Saraswati on Basant Panchami. Mango tree is also very auspicious for Buddhists as it is believed that Lord Buddha had created a huge mango tree at Shravasti from the seed.

Neem Tree – Many medical benefits are associated with neem tree and because of this it is highly respected in India. It supposed to be an expression of Goddess Durga. In Bengal, the tree is believed to be a place of living of ‘Sitala’ the great Pox-mother who can cause and cure disease. To cure pox, neem leaves are rubbed on the body and by offering a prayer to her. It is also believed that smoke produced by burning neem leaves keep the evil spirits away from you and your home. Mahatma Gandhi was a great believer in neem.

Banana Tree – It is really a very auspicious tree in India. Its every part is used in performing one or the other ritual. Like welcoming gates are made by using trunk, leaves are used to distribute Prasad, fruit is offered to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Banana tree is also worshipped in Kadali Vrata. Banana tree with flowers and fruits is worshipped for the welfare of the family.

Coconut Tree – Coconut tree, especially in South India is one of the most sacred trees and must for a family to plant it at home. Coconut is used while performing all the Hindu rituals and offered in all kinds of pujas. Even before any puja, sthapana with water filled pot, mango leaves and coconut is done. It actually symbolizes Goddess Lakshmi. It is considered that three black marks on coconut shell are the three eyes of Lord Shiva.

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