Study of the Vedas begins in Shraavana with a upakarma and pauses in Magha with an utsarjana ritual, resuming the following Shraavana.
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However, it was found that six months was not long enough to fully study the Vedas. Brahmins began skipping the break, and studied the Vedas throughout the year. Pardon is asked for studying the Vedas during the prohibited period, and for all sins committed during the year. Homas are performed, and the sacred thread is changed. The removal of the old sacred thread and the wearing of the new one are accompanied by ritual mantras.
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