Do you know the symbolic significance of number 4 in Sanatan Dharma?
In Sanatan Dharma, the number 4 holds significant symbolism and cultural importance. It is often associated with various aspects of life, philosophy, and religious practices.
Image credits: Freepik
4 Vedas
The Vedas are the foundational scriptures in Sanatan Dharma, and there are four of them: Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda.
Image credits: our own
4 Ashramas (Stages of Life)
There are 4 stages of life -Brahmacharya (student life), Grihastha (householder life), Vanaprastha (retired life), and Sannyasa (renunciation).
Image credits: Facebook
4 Purusharthas (Goals of Life)
The Purusharthas are the four fundamental goals of human life. They are Dharma (righteousness), Artha (wealth & prosperity), Kama (desire & pleasure), & Moksha (liberation).
Image credits: Youtube
4 Yugas (Ages of Time)
There are four Yugas: Satya Yuga (Golden Age), Treta Yuga (Silver Age), Dvapara Yuga (Bronze Age), and Kali Yuga (Iron Age).
Image credits: YouTube
4 directions
The cardinal directions—north, south, east, and west—are significant in Hindu cosmology and temple architecture.
Image credits: Getty
4 Varnas (Social classes)
Brahmins (priests and scholars), Kshatriyas (warriors and rulers), Vaishyas (merchants and farmers), and Shudras (laborers and service providers).