Why Is Tuesday a Holiday for Barbers An Article by Venkatachalapathi.P.B.- Davangere- Phone :99011 96772
Why Is Tuesday a Holiday for Barbers? God Mangala Introduction In many parts of India, barber shops traditionally remain closed on Tuesdays. People often avoid haircuts and shaves on this day, considering it inauspicious. While it may seem like a simple custom, this practice has deep roots in mythology, religion, economics, and social life. Understanding the reasons behind it reveals how cultural traditions influence everyday practices, even in modern times. 1. Mythological Reasons According to Hindu mythology, Tuesday is dedicated to Lord Mangala (Mars) , one of the important Navagrahas (nine planets). Mangala, also called Kuja or Angaraka , is believed to have been born from the union of Lord Vishnu in his Varaha avatar and Goddess Bhudevi (Mother Earth) . A well-known myth explains this origin: The demon Hiranyaksha once abducted Goddess Bhudevi and hid her in the underworld ( Pathala Loka ). To rescue her, Lord Vishnu incarnated as Varaha (the divine boar) , defeated Hiran...