Tilak is placed on the forehead between the eyebrows where the ajna chakra is located. ... Tilak, therefore, is placed on the ajna chakra to invoke this divine energy, as well as act as a reminder of the ultimate life goal.

What is the significance of tilak on forehead?

Tilak, Sanskrit tilaka (“mark”), in Hinduism, a mark, generally made on the forehead, indicating a person's sectarian affiliation. The marks are made by hand or with a metal stamp, using ash from a sacrificial fire, sandalwood paste, turmeric, cow dung, clay, charcoal, or red lead.

What is the significance of Teeka?

On the forehead, between the two eyebrows, is a spot that is considered as a major nerve point in human body since ancient times. Tika is believed to prevent the loss of “energy”, the red 'tika' between the eyebrows is said to retain energy in the human body and control the various levels of concentration.