Why Do People Do Namaste with Folded Hands?
People do Namaste with folded hands to show respect, humility, greeting, and a quiet recognition of dignity in the other person.
People do Namaste with folded hands to show respect, humility, greeting, and a quiet recognition of dignity in the other person.
A respectful interfaith guide on whether Christians, Muslims, Catholics, and others can say Namaste as a cultural greeting.
A practical etiquette guide on when it is okay to say Namaste, when it may feel awkward, and how to use it respectfully.
Learn simple, respectful ways to reply when someone says Namaste, including verbal replies, gestures, and context-based etiquette.