Aum Hindutvam: Daily Religious Rites of the Hindus

Aum Hindutvam: Daily Religious Rites of the Hindus

The author negates some of the very old concepts, viz., that females and

Shudras, and people who have not undergone the Upanayana Samskaras have no

access to Vedas or they should not perform Vedic rituals. He insists that

'all religious observances of a man, if devoid of right conduct, are of no

avail. Right conduct constitutes an important element of education and

civilization. In his opinion Hindus will have to develop the

all-comprehensive idea of Hindu Dharma in and through their lives and

activities. Their welfare lies in the Vedic prayers and practices.

Those who are interested in Hindu Dharma, and those who want to know about

its rituals will find the present work indispensable. The author deals with

the religious practices, observances and rituals. When, how, and where

certain rituals are to be performed, is clearly discussed. Benefits of

Divine Communion are given special emphasis.

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SWAMI VEDANANDA