Specific Benefits Of Different Donations (dhaana)

Donation (dhaana) of appropriate items is a major tradition of Hinduism and promotes universal welfare. It is a means of maintaining equality in society and also a selfless way to help your brethren. But, some items can be donated to deserving people as a remedy for specific problems. It is important to do the 'dhaana' with a content mind. Do not have any grudge or regret while doing the donation, as it defeats the very purpose of performing such a ritual. The following is a list of some items and the specific benefits obtained by donating them Rice -To remove accumulated sins from previous births Oil - To atone for recent sins Jaggery - To get relief from Diseases Clothes - To get prosperity Rudraksha - To remove curses from guru/teachers Gold - To remove curses from ancestors (pitru) Silver - To beget children Copper - To improve quality of profession Ornamental Items - To remove curses from women Plants - To reduce fights between husband and wife Puffed rice - To remove obstacles in marriage Sweets - To get peace of mind Money - To remove drishti dosha /evil eye Books - To remove obstacles in education Water -To have a peaceful death Land - To ensure continuation of generation/progeny Cow - To remove curse of brahmins (brahmana shapa) Milk - To remove curse from snakes/ sarpa dosha It is important to note that the above mentioned benefits will not be automatically inferred by simply donating it to anyone in a mechanical manner. One has to provide the appropriate item to needy people and do it with complete satisfaction. You must not have any regrets in mind while you donate, and the person that you provide the donation to must be satisfied. For example, food items must be given to poor people who do not have a proper source of income. This will make the receiver happy and they will sincerely bless you with their mind. It is said that a sincere prayer for your welfare from a stranger is hundred times more effective than a prayer by yourself. Om