Guest guest Posted October 30, 2003 Report Share Posted October 30, 2003 > > We have heard some comments that dancing-circles in kirtans should go > > anti- clockwise. But commom practise seems to be clockwise? > > (7) One should not circumambulate in front of Sri Krsna. > NoD 8: Offenses to Be Avoided > > Actually, one should not circumambulate when the Deity is open. It is > stated in the Nectar of Devotion. > Letter to: Kirtanananda -- Honolulu 31 May, 1975 It would seem prudent to understand what the word "circumambulate" means. The use of such a word would indicate that there is something there to circle; it's done to display reverence and respect. The quote posted above indicates that such an action is not to be performed in front of the Deities. It is nothing even remotely resembling dancing in a circle. Your servant Braja Sevaki dd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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