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mūrti
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A representation (idol or statue) of a divinity, made usually of stone, wood, or metal, which serves as a means through which a divinity may be worshiped.
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prasāda
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A gracious gift given to a deity. Often edible goods.
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brāhmaṇa
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The highest level within the caste system. Contains priests.
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ārati
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A form of ceremonial adoration of a deity or a person with lamps, flowers and incense, which maybe accompanied by chants and/or music.
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darśana
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A vision, apparition, or glimpse in divine nature.
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pūjā
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A prayer ritual performed by Hindus to host, honour and worship one or more deities, or to spiritually celebrate an event.
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kṣatriya
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Second highest level within caste system. Contain the rulers or figures of authority, and the military figures.
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prāṇa pratiṣṭa
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A rite or ceremony by which a deity is infused or brought to inhabit a murti or icon of that deity.
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saṃskāra
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A series of sacraments, sacrifices and rituals that serve as rites of passage and mark the various stages of the human life and to signify entry to a particular Ashrama (i.e. stage of life).
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bhūta
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The ghost of a deceased person or a bodiless spirit.
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