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Introduction Dhanurveda, an ancient Indian treatise on archery and military science, is considered one of the traditional Upavedas associated with the Yajurveda. The term “Dhanurveda” is derived from “Dhanus,” meaning bow, and “Veda,” meaning knowledge, thus translating to “the science of archery.” It encompasses a wide range of martial arts and techniques, including the use … Read more
Introduction Ayurveda, often referred to as the “science of life,” is an ancient system of medicine originating in India more than 3,000 years ago. It is based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit. Ayurveda is not just a medical system but a comprehensive … Read more
Introduction The Arthashastra, attributed to the ancient Indian scholar Kautilya (also known as Chanakya or Vishnugupta), is one of the most significant texts on statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy from ancient India. Composed around the 4th century BCE, during the Maurya dynasty, the Arthashastra provides a detailed guide on governance, administration, and the duties … Read more
Introduction Sthapatyaveda, also known as Vastu Shastra, is a traditional Indian science dedicated to architecture, construction, and design principles. It is considered an Upaveda, a subsidiary text of the Atharva Veda, and it provides guidelines for creating structures that are in harmony with the natural environment and cosmic order. The principles of Sthapatyaveda encompass a … Read more
Introduction The Gandharvaveda is one of the Upavedas (subsidiary Vedas) associated with the Sama Veda. It is primarily concerned with music and the performing arts, encompassing various aspects of musicology, dance, and drama in ancient Indian culture. Gandharvaveda is an essential text for understanding the theory and practice of music and its role in Vedic … Read more
Introduction Nyaya Darshana, or the Nyaya School of Philosophy, is one of the six classical schools of Indian philosophy (Darshanas). The term “Nyaya” means “rule” or “method” and reflects the school’s emphasis on logic, epistemology, and analytical inquiry. Traditionally attributed to the sage Gautama (also known as Akshapada), Nyaya Darshana is primarily concerned with the … Read more
Introduction Vaisheshika Darshana is one of the six classical schools of Indian philosophy (Darshanas) that focuses on metaphysics, particularly the nature of reality and the categorization of the world. Traditionally attributed to the sage Kanada (also known as Kashyapa), Vaisheshika Darshana emphasizes the analysis of physical and metaphysical entities, aiming to identify and categorize the … Read more
Introduction Samkhya Darshana is one of the six classical schools of Indian philosophy, renowned for its systematic and dualistic approach to metaphysics and cosmology. Traditionally attributed to the sage Kapila, Samkhya provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the nature of reality, emphasizing the distinction between consciousness (Purusha) and matter (Prakriti). This school of thought is … Read more
Introduction Yoga Darshana, or the Yoga School of Philosophy, is one of the six classical schools of Indian philosophy. Rooted in the ancient spiritual traditions of India, it is systematically expounded in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, composed around the 2nd century BCE to 5th century CE. Yoga Darshana emphasizes the integration of body, mind, … Read more
Introduction Mimamsa Darshana, also known as Purva Mimamsa, is one of the six classical schools of Indian philosophy. Its primary focus is on the exegesis and interpretation of the Vedas, the oldest and most authoritative scriptures in Hinduism. Mimamsa seeks to establish the primacy of the Vedic texts as the ultimate source of dharma (duty, … Read more