Carana
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By Swami Harshananda
Caraṇa literally means ‘that by which one moves’.
Caraṇa, General Meaning
The word ‘caraṇa’ has been used in several senses like:
Caraṇa as per Vedas
In the Vedic terminology, it refers to a branch of the Veda in a much larger sense and the group of people who study it. It includes not only the particular śākhā[1] but also its allied literature like the law-books.
Caraṇa as per Buddhism
In Buddhism, it refers to the eight aspects of character like fearlessness and self-control, fit to be cultivated.
References
- The Concise Encyclopedia of Hinduism, Swami Harshananda, Ram Krishna Math, Bangalore