| Temples & Legends Of Assam |
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| Temples & Legends Of India |
GLOSSARY OF ASSAMESE VAISHNAVA TERMS |
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| Saj-tola:
Officer who collects contributions from disciples. Samhati: Sect. The four principal Samhatis are: Brahma-Samhati, Kala-Samhati, Nika-Samhati and Purusa-Samhati. Saran: Initiation. Satra: Monastery. Satradhikar: Head of Satra; pontiff. Sisya: Laity. Singhasana: Wooden throne standing on four carved lions; sacred text is placed on it for worship. Sravani: Devotees especially appointed to listen to reading and expounding of sacred texts at services. Than: Sacred place; Satra. Thapana: Altar; place set up for worship. Udasin: Unmarried; celibate. |
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