Significance of Auspicious song
Auspicious song in Jainism and Purana encompasses a range of ceremonial melodies intended to convey blessings, joy, and good fortune. In Jainism, it includes songs sung during significant events like night-vigil festivals and king installations, reflecting cultural and religious significance. Purana highlights sacred melodies sung during rituals to invoke blessings and enhance the spiritual atmosphere. Additionally, both traditions recognize the role of women in creating these positive and favorable musical expressions, underlying their importance in spiritual and celebratory contexts.
In Dutch: Gelukzalig lied; In Finnish: Hyväntekevä biisi
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Hindu concept of 'Auspicious song'
In Hinduism, Auspicious songs are blessed melodies sung by women, particularly during rituals and celebrations, to invoke positive energy, honor victories, and attract good fortune, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere and emotional well-being.
From: Shiva Purana
(1) Chants sung by the ladies that were deemed favorable and celebratory, directed towards Shiva.[1] (2) Musical compositions that are deemed favorable and enhance the spiritual atmosphere during rituals.[2] (3) Songs sung during celebrations that were believed to bring good fortune.[3] (4) Songs that were sung during the celebration, believed to bring good fortune.[4]
From: Skanda Purana
(1) The sacred melodies sung to invoke blessings and positive energies during rituals.[5] (2) Melodies sung by women, believed to enhance the positive energy of rituals.[6] (3) Blessed or favorable songs sung by the Mothers of Skanda to honor and celebrate the victory.[7]
From: Padma Purana
(1) Melodic songs sung by women, reflecting positive and favorable emotions.[8]
From: Chaitanya Mangala
(1) Celebratory songs sung by everyone in His presence, highlighting the joy He brings.[9] (2) Joyful melodies sung by the gathered participants to glorify the Lord during the wedding celebration.[10] (3) Melodious and promising songs sung by the girls as a celebration of Lord Vishvambhara's wedding, which signifies good fortune.[11] (4) Traditional songs sung during the wedding ceremonies that glorify the divine and enhance the festive mood.[12] (5) Songs filled with the Lord's holy names that bring good fortune and are beneficial for the listeners.[13]
From: Malatimadhava (study)
(1) Melodies sung during ceremonial occasions that are believed to bring good fortune and joy to the events being celebrated.[14]
Jain concept of 'Auspicious song'
In Jainism, the Auspicious song symbolizes fulfilled aspirations, with interpretations ranging from celebratory tunes during festivals and royal ceremonies to blessings conveyed by Khecaris, reflecting deep cultural and religious significance intertwined in various narratives.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) Melodies played during weddings signifying good fortune.[15] (2) Songs sung to bring good fortune, performed by musicians during the coronation.[16] (3) Melodies sung to bring good fortune and joy to the wedding ceremonies.[17] (4) Metaphorically represent unfulfilled aspirations, highlighting the nature of jokes and truths in the narrative.[18] (5) Favorable and promising songs sung during the night-vigil festival to celebrate the Lord’s birth.[19]