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THE SATRAS - III |
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Here not only
Sastras like the Gita and the, Bhagavata are recited in a musical mariner, Bargits are sung with proper melodies,nama-kirtan,singing the praises of the Lord are
held,dramatic performance are enacted, festivals are celebrated but greater problems of
life, philosophy and religion are also discussed and debated. The Namghars further serve as Panchayat -hall, where
villagers gather to discuss and solve many of their day-to-day problems. These community
centres have been found even to play political and judicial role.
Not only through daily Prasangas and namakirtans but through celebrations of regularly
recurring festivals followed the year round, the Namghars
create religious enthusiasm among all ages and sexes of the people, and become the
main centre of attractions and cultural activities. In addition to the festivals,
certain days in the year set aside for commemoration of saints and Satradhikar are observed with fast,prayer services and
dramatic entertain -ment.These religiousobservances naturally weave the faith into daily
life of the people throughout the year. |
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