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kirtan
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kirtan [ˈkɪrtɑn]
n
(Non-Christian Religions / Hinduism) Hinduism devotional singing, usually accompanied by musical instruments
[from Sanskrit kīrtanam praise, eulogy]


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At some places people say that they do not want low caste Hindus and Muslims to sing Kirtans.
You will not find me in stupas, not in Indian shrine rooms, nor in synagogues, nor in cathedrals: not in masses, nor kirtans, not in legs winding around your own neck, nor in eating nothing but vegetables.
After arti, devotees will jubilantly sing kirtans (devotional songs) praising the Lord's incarnation.
 
 
 
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