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4 days ago · These hindu rituals for new born baby not only serve to welcome the child but also hold deeper meanings and, quite surprisingly, scientific significance. Namkaran (Naming Ceremony): One of the first Hindu rituals performed for a newborn is the Namkaran, which involves choosing a suitable name for the child.
- Jatakarma (birth ceremonies) The jatakarma ceremony is performed on the day of birth and welcomes the baby into the world (yet again!). After the baby is cleaned and bathed he/she is placed on the father’s lap.
- Namakarana (name-giving ceremony) . On about the eleventh or twelfth day after birth, parents celebrate the name-giving ceremony, dressing the baby in new clothes.
- Niskramana (the first outing, traditionally at around 3-4 months, sometimes earlier) The parents take the child for the first darshan of the sun (Surya-darshan), of the temple deity, and, in the evening, of the moon (Chandra-darshan).
- Annaprashana (the first grains, when teething begins) This ceremony is performed when the child is strong enough to digest grains (at around the sixth month).
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A. Introduction :
Traditions are initially set after carefully studying, observing and trying that a particular custom, process, ritual or action is beneficial to the society. Example For some people fish eating is prohibited in the month of Shravan. This tradition in ancient time was probably the result of : 1. A sea fish is not easily available during monsoon. 2. A river fish available is not of good quality. 3. Digestive power in this season is impaired or diminished and a fish is not easy to digest. With t...
B. Classification of traditions :
Traditions may be classified as follows : 1. Beneficial traditions e.g. washing hands before eating 2. Harmful traditions g. giving opium to infants so that the baby sleeps and the mother is not disturbed 3. Traditions which are neither beneficial nor harmful e.g. wearing a talisman. One should encourage and follow beneficial traditions. Harmful traditions should be discouraged and discontinued. Traditions which are neither beneficial nor harmful could be followed as one may not be able to ex...
According to Ayurveda, gold is a tonic for the nervous system and increases intellect and memory. It also increases lustre of the skin and tones up other tissues. Pure gold is rubbed on a grinding stone with honey and ghee and is given for licking. Pure gold is often given with Brahmi, Vacha, Anant and Shankhapushpi which are Ayurvedic brain tonics...
Traditionally, it has been a practice to name the baby on the twelfth day in Maharashtra and probably within a few weeks all over India. This ceremony can be held on the stipulated day in accordance with the religious and traditional practice but its celebration should be postponed till the child becomes at least six months old. When the baby is na...
Nov 23, 2017 · Ever wondered when you should pierce your baby's ears or shave her head? We talk about this & more in our guide to traditional Indian rituals for newborns!
Aug 24, 2009 · Hindu baby rites. Hindu rituals (sanskars) begin before a child is born. Hindus believe that it is the responsibility of each individual to continue the Hindu race. ©
The jatakarma ceremony welcomes the baby into the world. The father places a small amount of ghee and honey on the baby’s tongue and whispers the name of God in his ear. During this Sanskar, the father feeds honey to the baby and pierces the baby’s ear.
Apr 11, 2024 · In an Indian household, as with all cultures, the arrival of a new baby is an occasion for celebration. The traditional ceremonies start before the baby is born and may continue for up to a year after birth. Various rituals and customs mark this period of time. Valaikaapu.
