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The Significance of the Number 108 in Vedic Spirituality and Beyond

For centuries, the number 108 has held spiritual significance in various religions and cultures. In Vedic spirituality, it is considered a “Harshad” number, meaning an integer divisible by the sum of its digits, and is believed to represent joy and meditation.

In Tibetan Buddhism, 108 is used for blessings and is also viewed as a sacred number in Hinduism and Jainism.

The number 108 has even been found to have mathematical and astronomical significance, such as the distance between the Earth and Sun being 108 times the diameter of the Sun. Overall, the number 108 is a symbol of spirituality, meditation, and cosmic unity.

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