Samskaras
The rites that mark a life — from before birth, through childhood and education, to marriage and beyond.
Samskaras observed
Before birth
Samskaras 1–3
Infancy
Samskaras 4–9
Learning
Samskaras 10–12
Coming of age
Samskaras 13–16
Antyeshti, the final rites, is observed but is arranged by conversation rather than described here.
Wording on this page is drawn from published reference works and is awaiting Vaidhikam Holyspot's priest's own review.
Begin with the occasion
From a new home to a family ceremony or sacred observance, find the appropriate tradition for the occasion.