Significance of Garhasthya
Garhasthya is recognized in both Purana and Vedanta as the second stage of ashrama, representing the life of a householder. It encapsulates the domestic stage of human existence, characterized by specific responsibilities and virtues associated with married life. This stage emphasizes the importance of fulfilling duties within the household and is essential to Hindu philosophy, which identifies it as one of the four main stages of life, known as Ashramas.
Synonyms: Householder, Domestic life, Family life, Married life, Household responsibilities, Familial duties., Household, Marital life
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Hindu concept of 'Garhasthya'
Garhasthya in Hinduism represents the householder stage of life within the Ashramas, focusing on domestic responsibilities and virtues of a married individual, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling specific duties in societal and familial contexts.
From: Skanda Purana
(1) The state of being a householder, which is associated with various virtues and responsibilities.[1]
From: Markandeya Purana (Study)
(1) The second stage of ashrama, signifying the life of a householder or a married man, with specific duties to be fulfilled.[2]
From: Brihadaranyaka Upanishad
(1) The household life or domestic stage of human existence, associated with specific responsibilities and duties.[3]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The householder's stage of life in Hindu philosophy, one of the four main stages known as Ashramas.[4]
From: Kamashastra Discourse (Life in Ancient India)
(1) The stage of household life involving marriage, material enjoyment, and acquisition of Artha and Kama.[5]