Only Priests to Have Access to the Sanctum Sanctorum; Hindu Code of Conduct to be Released Publicly After 352 Years

After a wait of 352 years, the Hindu Code of Conduct will soon be made public. The announcement was made in the presence of religious leaders and saints, including Shankaracharya, Ramanandacharya, and other prominent spiritual figures, who gave their approval to the code. This comprehensive set of religious guidelines will be formally released to the public at the end of October, with the first edition to be printed in one million copies.

 

The Hindu Code of Conduct comprises 356 questions and answers aimed at guiding devotees on matters of temple entry, rituals, worship practices, and the observance of important life events such as marriage, birth ceremonies, death rites, and festivals. A central decision outlined in the code is that access to the sanctum sanctorum (garbhagriha) will be reserved exclusively for temple priests, ensuring adherence to traditional religious protocols.

 

The drafting of the code was the result of extensive deliberations by a committee of 40 dharmacharyas (religious heads), who held 40 meetings over the past year. The team included 11 research scholars and subject experts who examined ancient scriptures and religious practices to ensure authenticity. The code also draws inspiration from the customs followed in prominent temples across the country.

 

The public release will be accompanied by widespread distribution in print and online formats, with the objective of fostering awareness about traditional Hindu practices among devotees worldwide. The committee hopes the code will serve as a unifying guide for Hindu society, preserving age-old customs while providing clarity on rituals and conduct.

 

The publication of the code is being hailed as a landmark moment for the Hindu community, as it seeks to protect the sanctity of religious spaces and maintain discipline in worship practices. It also marks a significant effort to standardize religious customs across regions while staying rooted in scripture-based traditions.