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Samskara 9 of 16 · Childhood
Karnavedha
कर्णवेधः
Ear piercing · 3rd or 5th year
The story
Karnavedha, the ear-piercing, is rooted in the subtle science of marma points. Performed in early childhood with gold and Vedic recitation, it is said to benefit health and open the inner ear — for in the Vedic vision, true learning begins with the capacity to truly listen.
How it is done
The ear lobes are pierced at marma points with gold, to Vedic recitation.
Significance
An ancient practice rooted in the science of marma points, opening the inner ear to subtle sound and benefiting health.
Arrange Karnavedha for your family
VDS conducts this samskara with trained pandits at your home or at the ashram.