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Pradeep Singh Shekhawat

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Jan 25, 2025, 11:38:28 PMJan 25
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Hinduism is a rich and diverse religion with many lyrical traditions expressed through sacred texts, devotional songs, hymns, and mantras. Here's an overview of some key categories of Hindu lyrical content:

1. Mantras

Short, powerful phrases or chants used in spiritual practices.

  • Example: Gayatri Mantra
    "Om Bhur Bhuvah Swaha
    Tat Savitur Varenyam
    Bhargo Devasya Dheemahi
    Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat."

    (A prayer to the divine light of the sun for wisdom and enlightenment.)
2. Bhajans

Devotional songs dedicated to gods and goddesses.

3. Shlokas

Verses from sacred texts like the Bhagavad Gita, Vedas, or Upanishads.

  • Example: Bhagavad Gita Chapter 2, Verse 47
    "Karmanye Vadhikaraste Ma Phaleshu Kadachana,
    Ma Karma Phala Hetur Bhur Ma Te Sangostva Akarmani."

    (You have the right to perform your duty, but not to the fruits of your actions.)
4. Kirtans

Repetitive chanting or singing of divine names, often accompanied by musical instruments.

  • Example: "Hare Krishna Maha Mantra"
    "Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare,
    Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare."
5. Stotrams

Hymns in praise of specific deities.

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