Sanskar Flashcards
what is a milestone?
a significant stage or event in the development of something
What is a ritual?
A religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order
what is a rite of passage?
a ceremony or event marking an important stage in someone’s life
what does Sanskar translate to.
San- good
Kar- action
What does sanskar mean?
an act that purifies or refines/ a process which transforms a person into a greater person/ sometimes refers to one’s culture and values
What is Janaan Naan Sanskar?
Birth ceremony
when does janan naan sanskar take place?
as soon as mother and baby are well enough to leave home
How is the baby’s name chosen?
a randomly chosen verse from the Adi Granth is read out to the family, The first letter of the word of the verse becomes the first letter of the baby’s name
what other name is given to the baby?
boy—> Singh (lion), girl —> Kaur (princess) (lioness- a better way to phrase it)
what is anand sanskar?
the ‘ceremony of bliss’- marriage ceremony
What is the Anand Sanskar About?
the joining of 2 souls- the unity of 2 individual people into one soul which thinks and feels alike.
What is Antam Sanskar?
The funeral ceremony
What do Sikhs believe about life?
That birth and death is a natural part of it
Is death to be feared or embraced in Sikhism?
Embraced
What is discouraged at a funeral ceremony in Sikhism?
Crying and mourning
