Katyayana Smriti is an ancient text containing the code of conduct to be followed by a Hindu person. This scripture is named after its author Sage Katyayana, a revered sage in Hindu religion.
Katyayana Smriti contains a total of 29 sections. These sections cover a range of topics related to the various religious rites and ceremonies, in a comprehensive manner. They also deal with the duties of a Brahmin, a man and a woman. Some sections are concerned with the rites pertaining to deceased persons, while others concentrate on the marriage ceremony. There is a detailed description of the proper method in which the fire for the ‘Yagna’ (a sacrificial ceremony) is to be kindled. Also stated are the various codes of conduct to be followed during the ceremony.
Katyayana Smriti was composed with the view of guiding the society through the time period called Kali Yuga. It is still considered an important book related to the principles pertaining to the Hindu person.
