There are many customs that are integral part of Vedic
culture that pertains to showing our gratitude to the Nature (Prakirti) that
manifests in the form of Sun, Moon, rivers, forests and animals around us. Since
times immemorial Sun worship was a central and integral part of religious practice
on the Indian subcontinent. This is evident in the presence of Konarak
and Arasavelli (A.P.) Sun temples.
There are numerous references of praising the Sun for the
purpose of good health and prosperity, in Vedas. Some of these Vedic hymns were incorporated into "Nitya
Vidhi" (Daily routine prayers) for the well being of an individual, through the salutations
to the Sun. These daily procedures were termed as Surya Namaskaar (literally
translates as "sun salutations").
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