upanayana

[ˌʊpəˈnaɪənə]

upanayana Definition

  • 1a Hindu ritual marking the initiation of a young boy into formal education and religious instruction
  • 2the sacred thread ceremony that symbolizes the second birth of a male Hindu

Using upanayana: Examples

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  • Example

    The upanayana ceremony is an important rite of passage for young Hindu boys.

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    During the upanayana, the boy receives a sacred thread that he wears for the rest of his life.

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Summary: upanayana in Brief

'Upanayana' [ˌʊpəˈnaɪənə] is a Hindu ritual that marks the beginning of formal education and religious instruction for young boys. It is also known as the sacred thread ceremony, during which the boy receives a sacred thread that he wears for the rest of his life.