What is the Brahmin thread?

At the very root of this lies the seemingly harmless janeu, the sacred thread worn primarily by Brahmins. Being the highest caste, said to have originated from the mouth of Brahma, the janeu is a mark of superiority of the chosen one. In one sweep, it labels every other caste as inferior.

What do the strands represent on the thread?

The ceremony is also called Yagnopavitra. During this ceremony, the groom is offered three strands of sacred thread, each representing three vows, namely – the vow to respect knowledge, the vow to his parents, and the promise to respect the society in which he lives.

Which Samskara is the sacred thread?

The sacred thread (yagnyopavita or janeu) is received by the boy during this ceremony, that he continues wearing from left shoulder to the right crossing the chest thereafter. Generally this ceremony should be done before the age of 16.

What is a Samskara in Hinduism?

samskara, any of the personal sacraments traditionally observed at every stage of a Hindu’s life, from the moment of conception to the final scattering of funeral ashes.

Why do Brahmins wear Janeu (white thread)?

Janeu (white thread) is worn by every Hindu Brahmin of India. Wearing the sacred thread called the ‘Janeu’ is the most important rites for Hindus. Besides the Brahmins, Janeo thread is also worn by the Vaishyas and Kshatriyas. Hinduism has various traditions and rituals which keep the religion alive.

What is the sacred thread called in Hinduism?

The sacred thread is called yagnopawitha. It is worn by the brahmin to signify his taking rebirth, hence he is also called dwi-ja. He takes another life and vows to follow Brahmacharya. The thread is a reminder as to how close he is and should be to God, hence making it extremely important to wear at all times.

Why do Kshatriya and Brahmin boys wear holy thread?

It is mandatory for the Kshatriya and the Brahmin boys to wear this sacred thread. The ceremony is usually performed when the child is ready for schooling. The holy thread is given to the child as a reminder to the commitment that the child would stay completely committed to education and learning, avoiding all distractions.

What is the meaning of a Brahmin wearing a treble?

When a person wears a single (1 set of 3 ) it means he is a brahmin (unmarried) When a person wears a double (2 set of 3 ) it means he is a brahmin (married) When a person wears a treble (3 set of 3 ) it means he is a brahmin (married) but not without father. White is peace,knowledge etc.