There are always some customs of a country which a person feels proud of. Discuss a custom of your country which you feel proud of and want people of other countries to follow.
There are hundreds of cultures around the world, and every culture has its own uniqueness and identity. There would always be certain things to be appreciated or criticized for any culture. I would not like to belittle any culture by glorifying my culture, but as the question is being asked about one custom that I feel proud of in my culture and want people of other cultures to follow, I have to answer it with the custom of touching feet of elders.
We have an age-old custom of touching feet of elders to greet them. It is a way to give respect to them and creates a positive impression on whoever is present. Right from childhood, we are taught to follow this custom, it is strongly ingrained in our culture. Apart from casual socializing, it is much noticed on occasions like social gatherings, functions and festivals. It is important to the extent that sometimes our virtues are judged by our approach towards it. Disrespecting it is a sign of improper upbringing. That Is why unintentional skipping of this custom by me is always followed by a reminder of my parents. Moreover when we bow down, we always remember the more experienced, much valued and are to be looked upon with utter respect. This helps in avoiding arguments with elders and taking their invaluable inputs seriously.
There is also one spiritual belief behind it. It is believed that whenever a person bows down, he is blessed with the elders by putting the hands on his head. This helps in transmitting positive vibrations from the elder's body to the blessed one.
Thus, this custom definitely helps in bridging the two generations. This custom is so magnificent and its application is so simple that without hurting any religious sentiments it would touch people's heart.
There are hundreds of cultures around the world, and every culture has its own uniqueness and identity. There would always be certain things to be appreciated or criticized for any culture. I would not like to belittle any culture by glorifying my culture, but as the question is being asked about one custom that I feel proud of in my culture and want people of other cultures to follow, I have to answer it with the custom of touching feet of elders.
We have an age-old custom of touching feet of elders to greet them. It is a way to give respect to them and creates a positive impression on whoever is present. Right from childhood, we are taught to follow this custom, it is strongly ingrained in our culture. Apart from casual socializing, it is much noticed on occasions like social gatherings, functions and festivals. It is important to the extent that sometimes our virtues are judged by our approach towards it. Disrespecting it is a sign of improper upbringing. That Is why unintentional skipping of this custom by me is always followed by a reminder of my parents. Moreover when we bow down, we always remember the more experienced, much valued and are to be looked upon with utter respect. This helps in avoiding arguments with elders and taking their invaluable inputs seriously.
There is also one spiritual belief behind it. It is believed that whenever a person bows down, he is blessed with the elders by putting the hands on his head. This helps in transmitting positive vibrations from the elder's body to the blessed one.
Thus, this custom definitely helps in bridging the two generations. This custom is so magnificent and its application is so simple that without hurting any religious sentiments it would touch people's heart.
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