Yonya (Janeu – A Holy Thread)
arrow_drop_downIt is one of the most important items, which is worn by every Kashmiri Pandit. It is a consecrated thread that is worn by each and every Hindu Brahmin of India. This holy thread of 'Janeo' suggests the development of a male, from a young boy to a man. It is believed that a boy cannot be surmised as "Dvija" (twice born) until he wears the janeu. Besides the Brahmins, the Kshatriyas and Vaishyas also wear Janeo thread.
It is one of the most important items, which is worn by every Kashmiri Pandit. It is a consecrated thread that is worn by each and every Hindu Brahmin of India. This holy thread of 'Janeo' suggests the development of a male, from a young boy to a man. It is believed that a boy cannot be surmised as "Dvija" (twice born) until he wears the janeu. Besides the Brahmins, the Kshatriyas and Vaishyas also wear Janeo thread.
