The 16 Samskaras
Hindu Samskaras are sacred rites of passage that mark and sanctify key milestones in a person's life — from conception through death. These 16 rituals purify the soul and prepare the individual for each stage of life.
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Pre-Birth
Rituals before and during pregnancy
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Childhood
Rituals from birth through early years
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Education
Initiation and learning rituals
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Adulthood
Marriage and householder life
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Later Life
Renunciation and final rites
16 samskaras across 5 life stages