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In Hinduism, a devotional song or hymn sung by congregations in the temple, usually accompanied by musical instruments. The singing is often a very lively and enthusiastic event. Other songs of praise are known as kirtans. Music and dance may also form part of the worship.



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Dicran, advocating the adaptation of the Hindu bhajan for Christian use, refers to "certain Catholics who felt the freedom to sing the names of Hindu gods in order to learn Indian classical music.
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