can we use mustard oil for pooja - #24629
I am really curious about something that’s been bugging me! So, I’ve been helping my mom with the pooja preparations for a while now, and one day, I saw her using mustard oil for the diyas. I was like, “Is that okay?” I mean, can we use mustard oil for pooja? I remember hearing different opinions. Some people say it’s fine, while others are like, “No way, stick to ghee or sesame oil.” We usually use ghee, but I think mustard oil is common in some places. Last week, we accidentally spilled mustard oil on the altar while trying to light the diyas, and it just felt wrong, you know? It left me wondering if using mustard oil for pooja is considered disrespectful or something. I mean, our intentions are good, it's just that my mom swears by its strong aroma, and she thinks it actually helps in keeping the space pure and vibrant. Is there any kind of perspective in Ayurveda or traditions on why or why not we should use mustard oil for pooja? Would love to hear what you all think!
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