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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?

Through strict discipline around language over generations Signup and view all the answers

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

Their focus on microcosm and macrocosm Signup and view all the answers

Shruti is described as being:

Accessible only to the 'highest' level of consciousness Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

'Rishi' state Signup and view all the answers