Significance of Sinless person
The term "sinless person" is defined in two religious contexts. In the Purana, it refers to someone free from sin who worships and receives blessings from their ancestors, as well as individuals in Cakranka who are deemed virtuous for their strong devotion to Vishnu. In Dharmashastra, a sinless person is one who remains untainted by sin, emphasizing that the consequences of sinful behavior are serious unless the inviter is also without sin.
Synonyms: Saint, Virtuous person, Innocent person, Paragon, Righteous person, Innocent, Pure, Virtuous, Blameless, Guiltless
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Hindu concept of 'Sinless person'
In Hinduism, a sinless person is one who is free from sin, virtuous through devotion to Vishnu, and engages in worship, thus receiving blessings from their ancestors (Pitris).
From: Skanda Purana
(1) A person devoid of sin who engages in worship and is promised blessings from their ancestors (Pitris).[1]
From: Padma Purana
(1) Individuals in Cakranka who are considered virtuous due to their unwavering devotion to Vishnu.[2]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) An individual who is free from sin, indicating that the implications of dalliance and ensuing sin are significant unless the inviter is sinless.[3]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) An individual who has not engaged in wrongdoing, thereby aligning themselves more closely with spiritual truths and the attainment of Brahman.[4]