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Wednesday, 4 June 2014

Glossary


Vaikuntham – Is believed to be Lord Narayana’s abode. The true meaning of Vaikuntham is a place where only Peace, Love, Purity, Truth and Happiness reside.

A person who has attained all the above virtues will feel that he is in Vaikuntham.

Aarthi/Arti/Harathi/Harati - This is spelled in different ways. The origin of the of the word is from Sanskrit i.e., Aaratrik. This is a hindu religious ritual in worship. It is part of puja(prayer) to the God. It contains light from wicks soaked in ghee and is offered to God while chanting mantras.







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