Kamal Ghorui
Yellow mustard seeds, also known as peeli sarson, are a quintessential ingredient in Indian kitchens, which have been used to add a twist of taste and texture to Indian delicacies. But do you know these little seeds can also hold the power to attract cosmic energies and positive vibrations to ward off any signs of negativity and nazar dosha, also known as evil eye? In Hindu culture, these little seeds have also been used as a simple remedy to remove negative vibrations from the surroundings, as these seeds are believed to absorb envy-driven negative energies causing misfortune, illness, or unrest. Here’s all you need to know about these tiny seeds.What is nazar dosha (evil eye)?Drishti dosha is basically the malevolent glare or negative energy that stems from envy, jealousy, or malicious intentions toward another’s success, beauty, health, or possessions. As per ancient texts, it is believed that this dosha has the power to disrupt one’s aura, prana flow, and karma to manifest as sudden misfortunes like illness, accidents, family strife, business losses, or unexplained health concerns such as high fever.
Why does this happen?Rooted in ancient Puranas like the Markandeya and Kathasaritsagara, nazar dosha is linked astrologically to afflicted Rahu/Ketu, which are basically the shadow planets that amplify illusion or a weak Moon that leads to emotional vulnerability. Moreover, the evil eye stems from subconscious Raja-Tama vibrations that weaken the protective shield of an individual, with easy remedies like burning yellow mustard, chilies-salt cleansing or wearing black thread, which is believed to symbolize Agni’s purity.
The remedyRooted in Vedic traditions and Lal Kitab practices, yellow mustards and their fiery yellow hues are linked to Agni, the fire god and Saturn, drawing out malice like a magnet when their pungent sharpness “burns” absorbed vibrations.
How does the remedy work?Hold a fistful of raw seeds, and circle them 3, 7, or 11 times clockwise (or anti-clockwise) over the affected person’s head/body/home while chanting “Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya” or Hanuman Chalisa. Burn immediately in fire, which will start crackling/sparking to signal nazar removal; discard ashes in running water. Pair with salt, chilies, or neem for potency; ideal at dawn/dusk or Tuesdays/Saturdays.Protective UsesSprinkle these seeds in the home corners, cars (swastika pattern), or tie in black cloth at entrances for ongoing shield; change biweekly. Lore claims it calms crying babies, boosts stalled ventures, and neutralizes Rahu doshas.
