Significance of Household
Synonyms: Home, Residence, Dwelling, Abode, Habitation, Living quarters, Property, Shelter, Household goods, Family
In Dutch: Huishouden; In Finnish: Kotitalous
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Hindu concept of 'Household'
In Hinduism, "Household" encompasses various residences and individuals living as a family unit, highlighting unity, domestic responsibilities, spiritual devotion, and communal rituals within the domestic environment while contrasting with the student phase of life.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The stage of life where one takes on domestic responsibilities, generally in contrast to life-long studentship.[1] (2) The family or domestic setting of an individual, particularly considered in assessing their needs for support.[2]
From: Bharadvaja-srauta-sutra
(1) The family unit that is considered during rituals, emphasizing community and home in the spiritual context.[3]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Refers to all individuals living together under one roof, emphasizing the significance of family unity.[4] (2) Household denotes the domestic environment that devotees relinquished, focusing instead on spiritual practice.[5]
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) The various residences of the inhabitants within Dvaravati.[6]
The concept of Household in scientific sources
The keyphrase "Household" is defined as a social unit living in one dwelling, typically comprising family members or individuals who share economic and emotional resources, highlighting its significance in social and economic contexts.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) A social unit living together in a single dwelling, often encompassing family members or individuals sharing economic and emotional resources.[7]
From: Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
(1) Units defined by people sharing the same kitchen, where elderly participants were selected for the study.[8]