Meaning of the word Sanaatana

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• Subject: Meaning of the word Sanaatana
• From: psagdeo@aol.com (Psagdeo)
• Date: 1 Jul 1996 20:21:47 -0400
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• Posted-Date: 1 Jul 1996 20:21:47 -0400
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I am trying to understand the meaning of the word Sanaatana.  It seems
that it has two meanings.  Sometimes, it seems to mean "eternal," and
sometimes "ancient."  I am particularly stumped by a line in the
Satyanarayana Katha in the final addhyaya, that reads, "Bhavishyati Kalau
Satyavrataroopee Sanaatanah."

Could someone shade light on the words "Kalau" and "Sanaatanah" in this
context, please.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Pradip Sagdeo

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