What's the point of lighting cinnabar on your forehead?

1. originated in India and is called auspicious nevus. It has different colors and shapes and has different meanings on different occasions.

Generally speaking, it means happiness and auspiciousness.

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1. Lucky nevus refers to a decoration for Indian women and children. It has different colors and shapes and different meanings in different situations, but on the whole, it is a symbol of happiness and auspiciousness. It is also a religious symbol, which can eliminate disasters and avoid evil spirits, representing the meaning of happiness and auspiciousness.

It is a traditional Indian etiquette to present red to the distinguished guests.

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Baidu baike

Auspicious mole