Is the ritual of Kanya daan not prescribed in Rig Veda🤨?

The ritual of Kanya daan is not mentioned in any of the four Vedas. It is supposed to be part of the dharma tradition that came into existence before the Mahabharata but its exact source remains unknown. It has hardly any relevance now in our present times.

Affectionately,

Alok Da

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Why is it that only when something tragic happens, like the Ahmedabad tragedy, people start sharing emotional posts saying things like ‘Life is so, so unpredictable,’ ‘We always think we have time, but the truth is, we don’t,’ or ‘Hug the people you love like it’s the last moment you’re spending with them’? What are your thoughts on such posts circulate during tragedies😳.

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Pulling means trying to get down the Divine Force by the force and intensity of will, generally for some gain of Yoga or to get some experience. It is usually accompanied by over-eagerness …

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Is the ritual of Kanya daan not prescribed in Rig Veda🤨?

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