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Upanayana Sanskar

Upanayana Sanskar (Upanayana = to bring near; Sanskar = purification and formation) is an important rite in the Vedic tradition, also known as the Yajnopavit Sanskar or the Munibrahman Sanskar. This rite confers on the child the right to study the Vedas and is believed to grant him Dwijatva (second birth).

Meaning and importance of Upanayana Sanskar

Up + Nayan = To bring closer to the Guru.

A rite of passage that allows a disciple to study the Vedas and enter the Brahmacharya Ashram.

‘Dwija’ means second-born — first born from parents, second born from Guru (of knowledge).

After completing the Upanayana, the disciple observes celibacy, engages in self-study, and serves the Guru.

The right age for Upanayana Sanskar

There are many methods in Vedic marriage rituals (e.g. Brahma marriage, Gandharva marriage), but the main parts of a Brahminical marriage are the yajna and the Saptapadi.

Brahmin – 8 years (8th year from conception)
Kshatriya – 11 years
Vaishya – 12 years (as per Manusmriti 2.36)

References from Vedic scriptures

The Upanayana Sanskar is mentioned in Manusmriti, Grihya Sutras, and Dharma Shastras. By wearing the Yajnopavit (Janeu), one obtains the right to chant the 'Gayatri Mantra'. Samaveda, Rigveda, Yajurveda – it is decided which branch to study. The Guru gives the 'Savitri Upadesha' (Gayatri Mantra) to the disciple.

The process of ordination

Nandi Shraddha

To seek the grace of ancestors.

Pavilion installation

Preparing a pure place for the sacrifice.

Child's hairiness

Cutting the hair of the disciple (or just keeping the crest).

Sacrifice

To wear a janve (three threads).

Gayatri Mantra Preaching

The Guru teaches the disciple the mantra.

Almshouse

The disciple asks for alms at the behest of the Guru, to appease his ego.

Guru service and fasting –

A vow of celibacy.

Important rules

Observance of celibacy.
Speak the truth, exercise patience.
Obeying the Guru's word.
Swadhyaya (self-study).
Morning Remembrance, Evening Prayer.

spiritual meaning

Purity of mind, speech, and body.
The beginning of self-realization.
The sacred relationship between disciple and guru.

Sacred Thread Ceremony

shri. Sachin Joshi Guruji

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