Pancha yagnya
RISHI YAGNYA
DEVA YAGNYA
BHUTA YAGNYA
PITRU YAGNYA
MANUSHYA YAGNYA
DASHA NIYAMA
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The first observance, Remorse and Modesty (hri) - being modest and showing shame for
misdeeds.
The second observance, Contentment (santosha) - seeking joy and serenity in life.
The third observance, Giving or charity (dana) - giving generously without thought of reward.
The fourth observance, Faith (astikya) - believing firmly in god, gods, guru and the path to enlightenment.
The fifth observance, Worship of the Lord (Ishvarapujana) - the cultivation of devotion through daily worship and meditation.
The sixth observance, Scriptural Listening (siddhanta sravana) - studying the teachings and listening to the wise of one's lineage.
The seventh observance, Cognition (mati) - developing a spiritual will and intellect with the guru's guidance.
The eighth observance, Sacred Vows (vrata) - fulfilling religious vows, rules and observances faithfully.
The Ninth Observance, Recitation or Incantation (japa) - chanting mantras daily.
The tenth observance, Austerity and Sacrifice (tapas) - performing sadhana, penance, tapas, and sacrifice.
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