Significance of Artisan
Synonyms: Craftsman, Skilled worker, Maker, Creator, Artificer
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Hindu concept of 'Artisan'
In Hinduism, "Artisan" represents a group of lower castes involved in skilled trades, known as karu or shilpi. These skilled workers create products and are accountable for their quality, forming part of the eighteen Prakritis.
From: Agni Purana
(1) The term 'karu', formed from certain roots in the past.[1] (2) Denoted by terms such as karu and shilpi.[2] (3) Refers to the meaning of the word Karu, which is formed by adding the un suffix.[3]
From: Skanda Purana
(1) A category of lower castes engaged in skilled trades and crafts, defined as one of the eighteen Prakritis.[4]
From: Yajnavalkya-smriti (Vyavaharadhyaya)—Critical study
(1) Skilled workers responsible for manufacturing products, who are held liable for any deterioration in quality of goods produced.[5]