Hindu Rites, Rituals, Customs and Traditions: A to Z on the Hindu Way of LifeRites, rituals and customs play a major role in the life of every person, irrespective of religious affiliations.Right from the time of birth, till a person's passing away and even after it, rites and rituals follow a Hindu, much like a shadow. This book outlines all these practices from the sunrise to the sunset years. It makes for an enlightening reading for Hindus as well as non-Hindus. |
Contents
What is the significance of the many incarnations of Gods? 31 | |
What is the purpose of a choti? 137 | |
What is the purpose of the Karnvedh ceremony? 139 | |
What is the purpose of the Yagyopavit ceremony? 143 | |
Why do Hindus emphasise a good studentteacher relationship? 147 | |
What is the importance of Diksha? 149 | |
What is the importance of Dakshina to the teacher? 151 | |
How can one attain the true purpose of life? 153 | |
Why is the earth like the mother? 157 | |
What is the significance of Shalgram for Hindus? 38 | |
Why do Hindus pursuing music and learning revere Ma Saraswati? 41 | |
Why do Hindus working with machinery revere Vishvakarma? 43 | |
What was the influence of Guru Nanak Dev and his successors | |
Why is a Hindu marriage considered an eternal bond? 97 | |
Why do Hindus attach special importance to the selection of partners? | |
Does comparing horoscopes help find compatible partners? 101 | |
What ceremonies are performed at a Hindu wedding? 103 | |
Why is a wedding procession taken to the brides place? 104 | |
Why is tying of the knot an important part of the Hindu wedding? 105 | |
What ceremony fulfils the religious part of a Hindu wedding? 107 | |
Why is Saptpadi an essential part of the Hindu wedding ceremony? 108 | |
What marital vows do the husband and wife take in a Hindu marriage? | |
What is the purpose of changing seats on getting married? 112 | |
What is the purpose of Shiksha in a Hindu wedding? 117 | |
What is the concluding ceremony in a Hindu wedding? 119 | |
What are Hindu views on conception and childbirth? 120 | |
What is the purpose of Punsavan ceremony? 123 | |
What is the purpose of the Simantonayan ceremony? 125 | |
Why is the Namkaran ceremony important? 127 | |
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Why do many Hindus perform the Chhochak ceremony? 129 | |
What is the purpose of the Mundan ceremony? 135 | |
Why is pranayam an ideal way to begin the day? 159 | |
Why is care of parents the best service? 161 | |
What is the purpose of the Samavartan ceremony? 166 | |
Why do Hindus use the swastika on auspicious occasions? 168 | |
Why do Hindus consider charity as a responsibility towards society? | |
Do pilgrimages really benefit people? 186 | |
How important is group prayer for Hindus? 235 | |
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What is the purpose of tying a red thread on the wrist at the beginning of a religious ceremony? 259 | |
What is the purpose of the resolve made at the beginning of a ceremony? 260 | |
Why is tilak applied on the forehead in a religious ceremony? 261 | |
What is the purpose of aachman at the beginning of a ceremony? 263 | |
Why are offerings made to the Navgrah at the beginning of all religious ceremonies? 265 | |
What is the purpose of Agnihotra at Hindu religious ceremonies? 269 | |
Why is it important to chant mantras loudly? 273 | |
What does Panch Mahayagya mean? 277 | |
Do Hindus practise animal sacrifice? 279 | |
Is it true that Hindus have innumerable gods and goddesses? 289 | |
Why do Hindus ring a bell when they enter a temple? 291 | |
Does idol worship by Hindus promote religious feeling? 292 | |
Why do Hindus cremate the dead? 304 | |
Is the soul really immortal? 308 | |
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Hindu Rites, Rituals, Customs and Traditions: A to Z on the Hindu Way of Life Prem P. Bhalla No preview available - 2006 |
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