Shakun and ApshakunLizard (chhipkali) falling on you: meaning
What it is said to mean in tradition, what is really happening and a sensible way to think about it.
In popular belief
The Gauli Shastra, the old lore of lizards, gives a different reading for every part of the body on which a lizard falls: some are good signs and some are not. Many families know that a lizard falling on a person is a thing to wash after and, in some temples, to make a small offering. The details differ so much that no single table is reliable.
What is really happening
House lizards (geckos) are harmless and feed on insects. They climb on ceilings, and sometimes lose their grip and fall. The belief that this means something comes from the surprise of it.
A sensible way to think about it
Wash the area and move on. If you are anxious about it, a short prayer or a bath is the usual custom. There is no need to take any action.
See also
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Questions people ask
What does lizard (chhipkali) falling on you mean?
The Gauli Shastra, the old lore of lizards, gives a different reading for every part of the body on which a lizard falls: some are good signs and some are not. Many families know that a lizard falling on a person is a thing to wash after and, in some temples, to make a small offering. The details differ so much that no single table is reliable.
Does it predict anything?
No. It is a tradition and there is no evidence that it predicts anything.
This page reports popular beliefs for interest. Omens do not predict anything, and nothing here is advice. Please do not cancel anything important, such as a medical appointment, an exam or a journey, because of an omen.