Prana pratishta

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Prana pratistha is the Hindu theological term for a rite or ceremony (Samskara in Sanskrit) by which the spirit or being of a deity is infused or brought to inhabit a murti or icon of that deity.

According to orthodox Hinduism or Sanatana Dharma, this rite can only be performed by a practising Hindu Pandit and it is only after this rite is properly performed, that divine worship can be offered to the murti or idol.

Additionally, menstruating women are also prohibited to present themselves until cleansed.


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