Who has water sprinkled over them & what does this symbolise?
Mum & Baby. Removal of bad Karma
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What does the dad do with a gold object? What is it dipped in?
It is dipped in Ghee/Honey and an Om symbol is made on baby's lips
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What does the dad pray for?
Wisdom, Knowledge, Long life, Power.
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When does the naming ceremony take place?
6-12 days later
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After the mother bathes, what is given and what does this symbolise? Also, what does the father do?
New clothes, Flowers. Removal of bad karma. Father shaves.
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What is the use of the horoscope?
First letter of name
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What does the dad whisper in baby's ear?
The name
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What is on the plate, and what is written in this?
Rice. D.O.B, Chosen Name, Family Deity
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What is another name for the Sacred Thread Ceremony?
Upanayana
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What age & caste are boys who have this ceremony done?
8-16, top 3 castes
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Give a brief outline as to what happens in this ceremony
The priest decides a date, head is shaved apart from one tuft, dinner with mum, mum leaves, dad face east son face west, bhajans sung,offerings to fire, 3 threads, 3 vows, staff-joins guru
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Why are offerings made to the fire?
To get rid of ignorance, gain wisdom and long life.
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What do the 3 strands symbolise? When are they replaced?
Knowledge from teachers, Look after parents and respect elders, duty towards community. They are replaced every september on Ganeshas birthday
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Other cards in this set
Card 2
Front
Who has water sprinkled over them & what does this symbolise?
Back
Mum & Baby. Removal of bad Karma
Card 3
Front
What does the dad do with a gold object? What is it dipped in?
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