Significance of Cheek
Synonyms: Face, Skin, Jaw, Gum, Gall, Impudence
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Hindu concept of 'Cheek'
In Hinduism, "Cheek" symbolizes beauty and love, representing divine protection of facial features, specifically the fleshy sides of the face known as ganda, emphasizing their significance in devotion and human expression.
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The sides of the face, often highlighted for their beauty in describing someone's appearance.[1] (2) Refers to the side of the face.[2] (3) facial features requested to be protected, mentioned in the context of divine safeguarding.[3] (4) Symbolically representing beauty or aspects of love in the context of devotion.[4]
From: Amarakoshodghatana of Kshirasvamin (study)
(1) The fleshy part of the face located on either side, referred to as ganda.[5]