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Shruti - The Vedas Overview
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Shruti - The Vedas Overview

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What is the meaning of the name Shruti (श्रुति)?

  • Knowledge derived from scientific experiments
  • Knowledge of the external world
  • Internal knowledge (correct)
  • Knowledge derived from empirical observations

    • What distinguishes the Vedas as pre-historic texts?

  • They were written down around 1500 BCE
  • They have origins dating back to 5000-8000 BCE (correct)
  • They consist of hymns from the earliest human civilization
  • The strict discipline around language preserving them over generations

    • In the context of the Vedas, what is the significance of Rishis who composed them?

  • They practiced Patanjali Yoga Sutra
  • They conducted empirical research
  • They followed a strictly scientific framework
  • They had a vision beyond the physical world (correct)

    • How did the Vedas manage to survive with perfection according to the text?

    <p>Through strict discipline around language over generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect differentiates the Vedas from other ancient texts according to the information provided?

    <p>Their focus on microcosm and macrocosm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shruti is described as being:

    <p>Accessible only to the 'highest' level of consciousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the term 'Apaurusheya' in relation to Shruti?

    <p>It signifies that Shruti is 'authorless' and 'not of human origin'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the truth in Shruti differentiated from other forms of communication?

    <p>The truth in Shruti is 'seen' rather than 'conveyed'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concept of 'darshan' as related to the truth in Shruti?

    <p>Darshan indicates that the truth in Shruti is 'seen' and not 'conveyed'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what state is Shruti said to be potentially available to every human being?

    <p>'Rishi' state</p> Signup and view all the answers

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