Antyeshti Sanskar, also known as the last rites or funeral rites, is a significant Hindu ritual performed after a person's death. It is one of the 16 Hindu samskaras, or sacraments, and is considered the final ritual in a person's life. The purpose of Antyeshti Sanskar is to guide the departed soul towards liberation (moksha) and to provide comfort to the grieving family.
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