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Why should we not take food without taking bath?

In Hinduism, taking food before bathing is discouraged. Bathing purifies both body and mind. It prepares you to take food with cleanliness. Taking food before bathing is seen as impure. This disrupts spiritual practices and rituals. Bathing activates the body, aiding digestion and circulation. taking food beforehand can disturb this natural process. Food is sacred and should be respected. Consuming it in an unclean state is disrespectful. By following this practice, you honor cleanliness and health. It connects your physical health with spirituality. This simple habit reflects the holistic approach of Hindu living. Respecting your body and food is essential.

What is bhakti?

Bhakti is an exclusive spiritual love for Bhagavan. This is the path of devotion and self-surrender. Devotees surrender themselves to Bhagavan, and Bhagavan removes all their suffering. Devotees direct their activities towards Bhagavan as selfless service, to please Bhagavan. The path of bhakti leads to knowledge and self-realization. Sadness, ignorance, and fear are removed by bhakti.