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Thus there is an underlying congruence among all the Indic belief systems at least as far as the acquisition of knowledge goes, which is why i use the term Indic ethos to indicate a homogeneity among all faiths originating in the Indian subcontinent. We will have more to say on the various approaches to knowledge acquisition a little later. This is not to say that there are not significant differences, but the fundamental postulates that they make about the universe are not dissimilar 22. What is Vairagya What role does it play in Hindu ethics Are Brahmanas the Dalits of today Read for yourself and make up your own mind 60 23. What if any are the obligatory duties of the Hindu What is meant by Samskaaras Are Samskaaras the only obligatory duties And if so, isn't there too much emphasis on ritual and less on helping those in need . Hindu samskaras are like other daily practices of the Hindus , of great antiquity. An excellent discussion of the origin, meaning and significance of the Samskaras is given by Rajbali Pandey in a monograph titled' Hindu Samskaaras", published by Motilal Banarsidass Publishers, Delhi. What follows is a synopsis of some of the essential ideas which are treated in much greater detail in the book. The word Samskara has uncertain etymology, as far as we are aware, and there does not exist an exact English equivalent. The word ceremony or Latin caeremonia does not convey an exact sense of the word. It s in fact related to the word Karma in Sanskrit. Samskaara does not mean "mere outward religious rite ,polite observances, empty form, stately usage, formal qualities and punctilious behavior" which is the meaning of the word ceremony in the oxford dictionary, and as it is falsely understood in many circles. A more closer rendering of the word SamskAram is contained in the word sacrament "religious ceremony or act regarded as outward and visible sign of inward and spiritual grace" applied by the Eastern, pre-reformation Western and Roman Catholic church to the seven rites of baptism, confirmation, the Eucharist , penance, extreme unction , orders and matrimony.
A Samskaara is that which refines and purifies the performer. There are 52 Samskaaras meant to uplift the Jivaatma to the Paramaatma, out of which some rishis have recommended 10. These are prescribed by the Smritis, based on Vedas. For the purification of mind, these karmas have to be performed sincerely. The purified mind can then undertake Atma Vichaaram to attain Moksha. Sl. No Name Details 01 Vivaaha (Marriage) Entry into the Grihastha the second of the asramas of life (Brahmachari, Grihastha, Vaanavasi and Sannyasa) 02 Garbhaa Dhaanam Physical union is consecrated through prayer. This is done prior to the 'Shaanti Muhurtam'. 03 Pumsavanam Done during the 3rd month of pregnancy. This is also called "Garbharakshan". Garbharakshana is performed to assure that the infant is not miscarried. 04 Seemantham Done during the 6th or 8th month. This rite is primarily social and festival in nature, intended to keep the pregnant woman in good spirits. 05 Jaata Karmam Done just after birth.. Gifts are offered to people. 06 Naama Karanam Naming ceremony on the 11th day 07 Anna Praasanam First feeding of solid food during 6th month 08 Chaulam (Kudumi) Special hair-dressing done along with Mantras 61
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The Dhaarmic Traditions Of Hinduism
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story in history. It is a discourag
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Thoughts and Emotions For the young
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Appendix A Central Core Beliefs of
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haaryaa daivakRutaH sakhA A man's G
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Studies Institute at the University
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Fate :A Guide to Conduct D. : Does
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