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Derived from a Sanskrit root meaning to call, recite, praise, or glorify, put simply, kirtan is the act of praising and glorifying some form of divinity. Kirtan is therefore viewed as exceptionally powerful when practiced through singing and music.

The Vedas contain details of life during this period that have been interpreted to be historical and constitute the primary sources for understanding the period.

Derived from a Sanskrit root meaning to call, recite, praise, or glorify, put simply, kirtan is the act of praising and glorifying some form of divinity. Kirtan is therefore viewed as exceptionally powerful when practiced through singing and music.