Sandhya Vandanam is a ritual done before sunrise and sunset with the object of purification and sanctification of our bodily organs, mind and soul. Sandhya means 'junction period' which refers to junctions between day and night, dawn and dusk, solar day/night, lunar night/day etc. In Hinduism it is considered as a period where we can easily pray to Gods and get their blessings since it is a "transition" time. The word ‘Vandanam’ means salutation or to pay respects or praise to God. Thus, Sandhyavandanam means to respect the divine nature within during these periods.
Vijayan
Namaskaram, Thanks to E Patashala for having a learned shastrigal like Sri Srinivasan. I am happy to have learn under him - Sandhyaavandanam. Great learning experience. Good teacher. Very understanding. God bless. Thanks and regards.
Nikhil Kulkarni
Dear Sir, It has been a pleasure to learn from you. I found you very friendly and patient. You kept helping with something very simple . I have learnt Sandhya from you but I will be learning more. As along with the Sandhya you explained me other important aspects of rituals, I am very thankfull for all the assistance and guidance, I am sure I will be back in may for another chapter. Thanking you.