Significance of Disposal
According to Dharmashastra, disposal involves the specific action of throwing away damaged ritual items into water. This practice symbolizes not only the loss of these items but also highlights the importance of replacing them. The act serves as a reflection of respect for ritual objects and the need to maintain the integrity of religious practices.
Synonyms: Dispossession, Elimination, Removal, Abandonment, Clearance, Getting rid of, Disposition
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Hindu concept of 'Disposal'
In Hinduism, Disposal signifies the ritual act of discarding damaged items into water, symbolizing loss and the need for renewal, emphasizing the importance of maintaining purity and sacredness in religious practices.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The prescribed action of throwing away damaged ritual items into water, reflecting their loss and the necessity of replacement.[1]