Cow symbolically represents Mother Earth in Hinduism. As per Hindu beliefs, all deities in Hindu pantheon reside in the cow – symbolically it means that all elements in the universe are present in the cow. Here is a brief look at giving roti to cow especially as part of religious activity.
It must be noted here that in early times many family survived merely by have a cow at home.
- Feeding roti to cows in Kali Yuga is equivalent to performing rituals and havans.
- It helps in sin redemption and thus helping a person to attain moksha or liberation.
- It is believed that offering roti to cow is equivalent to offering Prasad or naivedya or bhog to all the 33 crore deities in Hinduism.
- It is believed that those homes in which cows are taken care of will never face poverty and financial crisis. They will always have food even during the most tiring times.
- Those children that are born in a family that takes care of cow will lead a peaceful and prosperous life.
- When giving roti on Thursday, it is good to apply bit of turmeric.
- Financial progress and prosperity is achieved by feeding cow.
- Those who regularly touch and feed cow will develop immunity power against various diseases.
It must be noted here that in early times many family survived merely by have a cow at home.