Significance of Conventional practice
Conventional practice encompasses commonly accepted standards and behaviors in society that, if violated, can lead to disputes. In the context of Natyashastra, it involves a dramatic approach that enhances traditional narratives with elements of supernatural power and expressive gestures. This method includes stylized acting and a departure from realistic storytelling, allowing for artificial elements and stylistic conventions in drama, which are recognized within Hindu theater. Thus, conventional practice plays a crucial role in shaping artistic expression in this cultural context.
Synonyms: Traditional practice, Standard procedure, Established method, Traditional method, Standard practice, Established routine, Usual way
In Finnish: Perinteinen käytäntö; In Dutch: Conventionele praktijk; In Spanish: Práctica convencional
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Hindu concept of 'Conventional practice'
Conventional practice in Hinduism encompasses stylized acting and supernatural elements in drama, modifying narratives with rich expressions. It reflects societal standards, maintaining accepted behaviors that, if breached, may lead to conflicts.
From: Natyashastra (English)
(1) Conventional Practice is characterized by the use of supernatural elements, stylized movements, and traditional stories that deviate from reality in favor of a more dramatic and theatrical presentation.[1] (2) A theatrical method that allows for certain artificial elements and stylistic conventions in drama, recognized and accepted in Hindu theater.[2]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Traditional rituals and norms that are widely accepted or followed within a society, particularly those outlined by religious texts.[3]