Examining the Scientific Wisdom Behind Traditional Nepali Eating Rituals

Every person, family, and community has its own specific customs. Habits or customs passed down within one's lineage or community are called 'sanskar' (tradition/rite). When these 'sanskar' continue for generations across many communities and societies, they evolve into 'sanskriti' (culture). Similarly, a culture that has persisted for a long time is termed 'sabhyata' (civilization). History shows that it takes thousands of years for a 'sanskar' to become a 'sanskriti' and then a 'sabhyata'.

In our families and society, there were and still are certain specific practices as 'sanskar'. Some of these customs have elevated society. If we failed to distinguish between good and bad customs, perhaps we even called our ancestors blind followers! Sometimes we tried not to follow or obey them. We did not explore the inner secrets of why these customs originated. Neither our families nor society explained them to us, whether knowingly or unknowingly. Consequently, many good customs and traditions that were prevalent in society have gradually been abandoned.