In the 10th Mandala of the Rigveda, which one of the following hymns r

In the 10th Mandala of the Rigveda, which one of the following hymns reflects upon the marriage ceremonies?

[amp_mcq option1=”Surya Sukta” option2=”Purusha Sukta” option3=”Dana Stutis” option4=”Urna Sutra” correct=”option1″]

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The tenth Mandala of the Rigveda contains various hymns dealing with different aspects of life and cosmology. The Surya Sukta (RV 10.85) is the hymn that specifically reflects upon marriage ceremonies.

The Surya Sukta describes the wedding of Surya, the daughter of the Sun god (Surya), with Soma, a deity often associated with the moon or a ritual drink. The hymn details the marriage procession, wedding rituals, and prayers for the well-being and prosperity of the newly married couple. It is still recited during Hindu marriage ceremonies today.

– **Purusha Sukta (RV 10.90):** Describes the cosmic man (Purusha) from whose sacrifice the universe and the four varnas (social classes) originated.
– **Dana Stutis:** These are hymns scattered throughout the Rigveda (mostly in the later Mandalas) that praise the generosity of patrons (dānapati) who donated gifts (dana) to the Rishis who composed the hymns.
– **Urna Sutra:** This term does not refer to a specific well-known hymn in the Rigveda; ‘Sutra’ usually refers to aphoristic texts, not Rigvedic hymns, and ‘Urna’ relates to wool or hair.

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