Talk:Homa
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Etymology
[edit]Whatever be its etymology, the word Homa in present-day Hindu usage simply means 'fire-sacrifice'; it is a synonym for Yajya. A fire-sacrifice, called a Homa, forms part of most Indian ceremonies like weddings and Upanayanams. Each of these Homas have a distinct name (Laaja Homa, Chandi Homa, etc). The Soma sacrifice is only one of several such ancient (and now rarely performed) fire-sacrifices. Such widespread understanding of the word cannot be ignored and I am restoring mention of the Hindu ritual. ImpuMozhi 16:10, 4 May 2006 (UTC)