What is Sanatan ?

"Sanatan" is a Sanskrit word that means Eternal (Never Beginning nor Ending) or "Everlasting".

सनातनमेनमहुरुताद्या स्यात पुनण्रव् ( अधर्ववेद Book)

अर्थात – सनातन उसे कहते हैं जो , जो आज भी नवीकृत है ।

‘सनातन’ का अर्थ है – शाश्वत या ‘हमेशा बना रहने वाला’, अर्थात् जिसका न आदि है न अन्त।

"Sanatan" is a Sanskrit term that is often used to refer to the ancient and timeless spiritual traditions of India, which are also known as "Sanatana Dharma" or the "Eternal Law." Sanatana Dharma is not a single religion, but rather a diverse set of religious and spiritual beliefs and practices that have evolved over thousands of years.

Some of the major religious traditions that are associated with Sanatana Dharma include:

Hinduism: This is the largest and most widely practiced of the Sanatana Dharma traditions. It encompasses a wide range of beliefs, practices, and philosophies, and includes a diverse array of deities, rituals, and sacred texts.
Buddhism: Although Buddhism originated in India and is often considered a part of the broader Sanatana Dharma tradition, it has evolved into a distinct religious tradition with its own unique beliefs, practices, and teachings.
Jainism: This is another ancient religion that emerged in India, which emphasizes non-violence and the pursuit of spiritual purity through a strict ethical and ascetic lifestyle.
Sikhism: This is a relatively newer religion that emerged in India in the 15th century, which emphasizes the importance of devotion to God, social justice, and the pursuit of spiritual liberation.

There are also many other smaller religious and spiritual traditions that are associated with Sanatana Dharma, including various sects and sub-traditions within Hinduism, as well as yoga, meditation, and other spiritual practices that are popular around the world today.

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