Bhimseni Kapoor – A unique source of purity, Ayurveda and divinity

 

Bhimseni Kapoor, also known as pure natural camphor, is a very sacred, medicinal and aromatic element that has been used in Indian culture for centuries. It is obtained from the bark of the camphor tree and is free from chemical process. It is used for worship, Ayurveda, meditation, environment purification and disease prevention.

Bhimseni camphor is naturally obtained from the bark and wood of a tree called Cinnamomum camphora. It is white, crystalline and its fragrance is very intense, pure and concentrating. It is different from chemical-containing camphor, which is often artificial and is considered inappropriate for worship or medicinal use.

 

Main uses of Bhimseni Camphor:

Puja-Paath and spiritual use:

• Purifies the environment by burning it in Aarti.
• Destroys negative energy and increases positivity.

Health Benefits (According to Ayurveda):

• Provides relief from cold, cough, and steam inhalation during winter.
• Useful in asthma, headache and sinus problems.
• Also helpful in skin disorders – pimples, itching, allergies etc.

Mosquito and insect control:

• Drives away mosquitoes when burnt or mixed in water.

Mental peace and meditation:

• Its fragrance removes stress and calms the mind.

Energy purification of house, shop or temple:

• Regular burning improves Vaastu defects and creates a pure atmosphere.

Importance of Bhimseni camphor in Ayurveda:

In Ayurveda, Bhimseni camphor is considered to be Sheetvirya, Vatahara, Kaphahara and Vishaghna (poison destroyer). It is Tridosha destroyer – balances Vata, Pitta and Kapha.

Bhimseni camphor is mixed with medicinal substances and used in the form of paste, incense, oil and steam.

Aarti/Havan : Use camphor by burning it in a lamp or bowl

For steam : put a few pieces in hot water, cover with a towel and take steam

For use on skin : mix it with coconut oil and apply on the affected area

To repel mosquitoes :  burn camphor or dissolve it in water and keep it in corners

During meditation or yoga : burn camphor in a corner to make the environment fragrant