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yajna

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Construction of sites for Yajna[0] and specifically, the Yajna Vedi[1] where the central fire was located, required precision and mathematical calculations[2].

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(Hinduism) A ritual of sacrifice to the Devas.

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noun

(Hinduism) A ritual of sacrifice to the Devas.

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for yajna.

noun

(Hinduism) A ritual of sacrifice to the Devas.

Example sentences

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Construction of sites for Yajna[0] and specifically, the Yajna Vedi[1] where the central fire was located, required precision and mathematical calculations[2].

2

The Rgveda focusses largely on Agni and Indra, and yajna rituals (as opposed to modern puja-type worship) have a central importance.

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I would offer every bite to this fire, akin to the fire offering in a yajna.

4

I believe the yajna in which drinking is allowed is either Rajasuya or Sautramani.

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How do you use yajna in a sentence?

Construction of sites for Yajna[0] and specifically, the Yajna Vedi[1] where the central fire was located, required precision and mathematical calculations[2].

What does yajna mean?

(Hinduism) A ritual of sacrifice to the Devas.

What part of speech is yajna?

yajna is commonly used as noun.