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Antim Sanskar: The Ancient Practice of Hindu Funeral Rites
Hindu funeral rites celebrate cultural heritage through preparing the body and spirit for the next life
Death, in many cultures, is the ultimate transition that life is leading up to. So it is no surprise that among the core series of sacraments, known as Sanskara, or rituals of perfection, the final rite comes in the funerary … Continue reading
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Tagged antim sanskar, Cremation, Death Rituals, Hindu Funeral Rites, Hinduism, Karma, Rebirth, sanskara, Sareera, Shraddha
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Shraddha: A Hindu Ceremony To Help Souls Enter The Next World After Death
Today we explore the ideology behind the Hindu Ceremony of Shraddha
For Hindus, Shraddha is a ceremony that must happen in order to ensure that the souls of their loved ones who have died will enter the next world safely and soundly. Its name comes from the Sanskrit word that means … Continue reading
