Significance of Daily service
According to Vaishnavism, daily service encompasses the various secret activities conducted by demigods at Mahaprabhu's house. In a broader context, daily service includes the rituals and duties individuals undertake to fulfill their spiritual and social responsibilities. This routine involves devoted actions intended to honor and serve a higher spiritual being, highlighting the importance of regular rituals and acts of worship as commitments to both spirituality and community.
Synonyms: Regular service
In Dutch: Dagelijkse dienst; In Finnish: Päivittäinen palvelu
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Buddhist concept of 'Daily service'
Daily Services in Buddhism involve structured religious practices by monks, including prayers and rituals performed at designated times throughout the day, reflecting a commitment to spiritual discipline and community worship.
From: The gods of northern Buddhism
(1) Routine religious activities held by monks, involving prayers and rituals performed at set times of the day.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Daily service'
Daily service in Hinduism encompasses routine actions aimed at honoring spiritual beings, regular worship rituals, secret activities by demigods, and daily duties essential for fulfilling individual spiritual and social obligations.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The regular act of serving Lord Caitanya by the demigods.[2] (2) The various secret activities performed by the demigods at Mahaprabhu's house.[3]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The routine acts of devotion and worship performed consistently as a part of spiritual practice.[4]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The regular rituals and acts of worship performed by individuals to honor their commitments to spirituality or their community.[5] (2) The various duties and rituals that individuals perform each day to maintain spiritual and social obligations.[6]
From: Shiva Purana
(1) The routine and devoted actions performed with the intent to honor and serve a higher spiritual being.[7]