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Commentary on Sutra
sarvadhatuke yak
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Invocation, vikarana suffix, about its meaning
, ,
On meanings, discussions in Bhashya, impersonal issue
, ,
Verbal and primary derivative difference, solution in
Mbh.
, - , ,
Doubt, discussion on potency & potent, Kaiyata &
Sekhara
, -
Another doubt on substrate in Bhashya, diff. of tin and
krt
,
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Augment it in Paninian Grammar
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Introduction to the augment it in Ashtadhyayi
(, , , )
Four types of suffixes prescribed after roots in 3 rd
Chap.
Suffixes with and without it
Roots with and without it
Particulars of augment it for suffix lit
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Particulars of augment it for suffix kvasu
Particulars of augment it for suffix sya
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Particulars of augment it for suffixes
kse, se, sen, sip, sic, san,
Particulars of augment it for suffixes
siyut &tas
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Particulars of augment it for suffixes trc,
tumun, tavya, tavyat, trn, tavai,
taven, tosun, tvan, taveng, ktin,
Particulars of augment it for suffixes ktva,
Particulars of augment it for suffixes kta
and ktavatu
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Yadagama Paribhasha in
Vyakarana
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Introduction, need for paribhasha (metarule) and
definition
,
Preamble to yadagama metarule, objection thereof
,
Explanation of metarule and solution to objection
, , -
Logicians views examined w.r.t. part-whole, queryreply
Current metarule is transitory - illustration
If sounds are eternal, how will they get
augmented?
()
Illustrating inapplicability of this metarule when
inference-based
,
Technical terms and metarules maybe need based
and/or enumerated
Explaining the metarule under need-based situation
Samarthya in Samasa
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, ,
Kaunda Bhatta and Nageshas views on words
losing their individual meanings in compounds,
discussion on such possibility
? ,
Views in Bhashya and Kaiyata; if meaning of
compound is external, how to achieve unity of
sense in compounds?
,
Recourse to unreal (only apparent) system to
explain, discussion on potent words form
compound
,
Worldly example in commentary to illustrate leaving
ones own sense; discussion about Manjusha view
, ,
On sense-denoting potency of words, relations
between parts and whole
?
If experts are divided in their opinion, what would
grammarians do ?
- -
Holding sound, meaning and relation eternal,
grammarians are caught in quicksand on this issue
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On Root meanings in
Vyakarana
.
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Activity definition, explanation of
Vakyapadiya verse
Decision on denotership delimitation
,
Meanings of verbal roots and suffixes
Meanings of lakaras (tenses and moods)
Vyakaranam as Vedanga
..
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First Sutra Henceforth, the Doctrine of Words
Accented speech common to colloquial use and
scriptures
Sanskrit was spoken from Ages
,
Vedic Grammar and derivative school
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Five Reasons for Vyakarana being Vedanga, from
Vartika Preservation, substitution, Augmenting,
brevity, clarity
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Special Explanation for the mantra with
four horns, three legs etc.. Form of Lord
Nrisimha in Mulbagal, Karnataka
On literals and their characteristics
, ,
Study of Vyakarana essential at three levels
- ()
Women had authority - case of
anyatarasyam option
Summary of Nyaya Sutra
Contents
.
, ,
Overview of Nyaya Sutras, debate on its authorship
--, ,
Sutra style enumerate, define, examine; 1 st chapter
enumeration and definition; 2 nd chapter on sources
, ,
3rd and 4th chapters on objects; 5th residual entities
,
Gautamas Single authorship established, goal
ultimate
,
Tenet of system bondage due to misconception, on
its removal, emancipation
, , ,
,
Misconceptions in all knowledge objects, mistakes,
doing prohibited things by mind, speech and body,
leaving it, doing good things by the 3 instruments,
emancipation
,
Renouncing good and bad leads to release from bondage
,
Brief description of realities knowledge source to
decision
,
Description of 7 realities from vada (noble discussion)
onwards, their utility to release
Nyaya Kusumanjali
. . .
Invocatory verse
Concept of Isvara
Five Objections
On Ancient Metaphysics and
Philosophy
. . .
,
Sanskrit Education needs reforms, introduction to
divine culture
,
Disciplines of study on metaphysics, ancient texts
to read
, ,
Culture is to be ideal, three types of debate, lead to
knowledge of soul
, , ,
Uniqueness of logic, reaching emancipation, lives of
great people, living selflessly without expectations
, , , ,
Development only by Sanskrit, for other languages
also, logical approach; Nyaya Manjari, Nyaya
Kusumanjali
, ,
Should pursue Truth, livelihood of Sanskritists to be
secured, if not motivated, they may cause downfall
,
Essence of Nyaya Shastra, knowledge of Vedic import
is universal
, ,
Essence of Vishishtadvaita Vedanta, Upanishads,
philosophy is the climax of knowledge
Vyutpatti Vada
. .
, , ,
Definition of Vyutpatti, about Vada, verbal cognition,
types
, , ,
Disconnected words, connection types, expectancybased
,
On the 1st sentence of Gadadhara, three types of
subjectness
,
Special discussion in commentary, three-fold options
Untenability in the three options
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,
Examining proposed solutions, further
discrepancy
,
Only 3rd choice is suitable, delimiting connection
Discrepancy in that as well
Delimiting objecthood, directly or indirectly
,
Use of different words, self-reference etc.
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Gadadhari Avayava grantha
. . .
, ,
On single sentencehood, prima facie view on the 5
sentences of nyaya having unity of sense
,
Definition in established view, different views on
ekartha
,
With and without appending, Varying view of
Gadadhara
,
Definition of single sentencehood, 3 types of
subjectness
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Lack of single sentencehood as
per Mishra
Non-connection between example
and other 4 sentences
,
Inability, untenability etc.
-
Pakshata of Gadadhari
.
, ,
Introduction, 1st sutra, permanent cessation
of sorrow is goal
,
Inference its components has cause in
probans, discussion
, , ,
Old and new views, prima facie objection,
examination
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Query-reply and refinements to definition
-
, ,
Conclusion of prima facie view, its
rejection, alternative
Reasoning behind established view
, -
Modern view, query-reply
) (Incomplete)
(
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Vyapti Vada in NavyaNyaya
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Introduction, inference, need of concomitance
, , ,
Invariable concomitance, 5 definitions, fidelity, valid cause
, -
1st definition, examination for over/under-reach,
refinements
,
Various examples as illustrations of definitions and
refinements
, ,
Solutions by Gadadhara, Mathuranatha, non-existencebased
Examination of under-reach situations
Exclusive substrate cases examined, illustrations
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Commonality in 5 definitions, examining forward
concomitance
,
Fourteen definitions, view of Sondalacarya
Solution to under-reach problem
, ,
Conclusive definition, explanation of test cases, dual
absence
Overview of Sri Nyaya Parishuddhi
..
Introduction to Nyaya Sastra as a Vedic Upanga
- ,
Sixteen entities in Nyaya Sutra
, ,
Neo-Logic school, Ancient system and about
Time
, ,
Metaphysical Categorisation, Creation, Time
--
Seven categories discussed and refuted
()
About sentient entity (soul and God)
,
Attributes discussed, metaphysical view refuted
,
About sound, absence etc.
, ,
Rest of the topics, definition, review, refutation
etc.
Q & A Theory of error/cognition
Satadushani Vishishtadvaita
Vedanta
..
Introduction Pancaratra etc.
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Means of valid knowledge and entities discussion
On objections to qualified monism SriHarshas
Khandana Khanda Khadya
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Reference: Satadushani counter to KKK
Satadushani Overview of Arguments
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Refutation of different systems of Advaita
About individual souls & non-sentient
matter
, , ,
Ultimate Reality Attributive
,
Eternal Abode, Mahalakshmi etc.
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Darsa-Purnamasa in Kalpa
Vedanga
, , ,
Introduction Srouta and smarta acts, creating three agni-s,
sacrifice
, ,
Need for Kalpa Sutras, characteristics of Yajna, fruit of
sacrifice etc.
Concept of Vedas Mutual cooperation between Man and
Nature
,
Cosmic creation, the doctrine of five agni-s etc.
, ,
Knowing Vedic meanings, text and sacrificial study
,
Paraphernelia and environment for Yajna (sacrifice)
,
Darsa and Purnamasa ishti-s, derivation of names (episode)
,
Preparation of havis, previous day activities
, ,
Sequential directory of rituals, commentary, vidyut and
vrshti
, ,
Appointing priests, preparing agni-s, kindling fire
,
Reciting hymns for kindling, sannayya (milk and curd)
, ,
Sending cows for grazing, cutting a tree branch, meaning of
1st section
, , , ( ) ()
Dehusking, pounding, baking, making ball (of tortoise shape)
(episode)
, ,
Other consecrations (episode), end of first chapter of srauta
prayoga
, ,
Preparing altar (episode), injunctions for cleaning ladles
Residual consecrations
, , , ,
Main sacrifice, duties of Hotr, Upahoma, svishtakrt, end of 2nd
chapter
, , ()
3rd Chapter partaking prasitra, calling ida, eating, episodes
,
Bringing darbha grass, meaning of 2 nd section
, ( )
Bringing twigs, making sacrificial place, (episode)
, , ,
Milking on the eve, cleaning utensils, meaning of 3 rd section,
fasting rule
, , ,
Next day activities, ishti, meaning of 4th section, sacrificial items
, ,
Appointing Brahma, bringing pranita (water), reciting
invocation
, , ()
Preparing offering, sprinkling, deers skin (episode)
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, (), , ,
,
Paying fees, receiving, anuyaja,
sukta-vaka, samyu-vaka oblations,
patni-samyaja, phalikarana,
atonement, samista-yajus,
(episode), sprinkling, concluding
bath, visnu-strides, acts of priests
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Live Recording of Agnihotra and
Darseshti
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Apastamba Dharma Sutra
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Preamble, era of Apastamba/Bodhayana, Apastamba
Sutra
, , ,
Apastamba Dharma Sutra, 1st sutra, samaya and
dharma
, , , ,
Sources of Dharma, 2nd, 3rd sutras, Vedic authenticity
, , ,
Varna/Ashramas, preceptor, bachelors duties, 2 nd
prasna on householders duties, Vaisvadeva
, ,
Vaisvadeva homa, oblations, feeding
, ,
Worshipping visitors as part of Vaisvadeva, a sacrifice,
fruit
,
Worshipping visitors as a sacrifice, atonements if
neglected
,
Food in Vaisvadeva, distribution to all regardless of status
, ,
On bachelors duties, two types upakurvana & naishthika
, ,
Doubts about the two types, ashrama, their count and
renunciation
Apastamba Grhya Sutra
, , ,
Etymology of sutra, acara words, types of yajnas
(mandatory)
, ,
Meaning of 1st sutra, others further, about punyaha
, ,
Exceptions & restrictions to general rules, support in
astronomy
,
3rd sutra onwards, about pitr activities
,
Atonements etc., special regarding manes
, ,
Prior acts to all main homas, kindling fire,
surrounding etc.
, , , ,
Placing utensils, difference in divine, human and
manes, consecration of pavitra and prokshani
, , ,
Clarifiying, purifying pranita, ghee, seating brahmin
, ,
Illuminating, circumambulating, returning cinders etc.
,
Consecrating ladles etc., residual activities to main
ones
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Apastamba Paribhasha Sutra
About Yajnas (sacrifices)
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Vedic import is Yajna
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Study of Vedas and Yajnas different
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Types of yajnas, sources
, ,
Paraphernelia and resources
, , ,
Social dimension, eligibility, Benefits, virtues, types
Difficulties for practice
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Siddhi-Trayam (V.Vedanta)
. . .
Authors Introduction
Introduction to the work
Invocation
Special Indication
of
entities
Purpose of the work
Theistic systems
Tattva-Mukta-Kalapa (V.Vedanta)
. . .
Authors Introduction
Number of verses
Invocatory verse
Realities - pearls
Realities - types
Cosmic creation
Necklace on inanimate substance
Five-fold intermingling of elements
Necklace on knowledge
Necklace on non-substance
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Advaita Vedanta Upanishads
- , , ,
Introduction to Upanishat = Vedanta, brahma vidya
(meditation), knowledge of soul, secret
, , ,
Four-fold appendages authority, topic, relation, purpose
, /
Upanishads numbers, Isa etc. 10 or 13
,
Four general, universal attributes as prerequisites
, ,
Summary of 10 upanishads, specific doctrines, on nescience
, ,
Erroneous cognition, its denial by scripture, doctrine of
superimposition
,
Meaning of I, question & answer on nescience
---
Various doctrines in Upanishads doctrine of cause-effect
About knowledge of Self
--
Doctrine of three states
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Waking and dream states
Difference between them
- Questions and Answers
-
Dvaita Vedanta Vishnu-tattvavinirnaya
. . .
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,
Invocation and Agamas under means of knowledge
Authorlessness of Vedas
,
Validity of knowledge intrinsic; invalidity extrinsic
sources
,
Vedas extol Vishnus supremacy, cognition of existing
things
,
Difference between Brahman and souls, authority for
dualism
-
,
Means of release from bondage;
meaning of tat tvam asi
Upanishadic (Scriptural) authorities
Five conceptual differences
,
Second and third sections
-
Dvaita Vedanta Upanishad Prasthana
. . .
Ishavasyopanishad
Kenopanishad
Kathopanishad
Prasnopanishad
Mundakopanishad
Mandukyopanishad
Taittireeyopanishad
Aitareyopanishad
Chandogyopanishad
Brhadaranyakopanishad
Concepts of Prabhakara Mimamsa
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,
Structure and contents of Mimamsa
, -
Bhatta and Prabhakara systems, works in
both
, ,
Bhatta & Prabhakara Khyati Vada and
Sentential import
Akhyati Vada of Prabhakara
-
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Abhinava Anyathakhyati of Dvaita
SatkhyatiVada of Vishishtadvaita
?
Non-existence: Source or object of
knowledge?
Q&A
..
-
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Epistemology Contents, topics, single
discipline
()
Epistemology of the Supreme (Sariraka)
,
Commentary tradition
Sutras of Sage Jaimini
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First chapter on validity of Vedas
About Deities etc.
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References:Tattva-Tika
Granting fruits of actions
Injunctional characteristics
, /
Sentential comprehension Theories of
Coherence
Initial Comprehension methods
,
Vedic validity, Review of systems of Sankhya
etc.
. . .
, ,
Introduction, three kandas, meaning of 1 st sutra
,
,
Dharma in SesvaraMimamsa(SM) &
MimamsaPaduka(MP)
,
Desiderative sense in jijnasa, need for study of
shastra
, ,
Rule on study of Vedas Bhatta view, fruit, objections
thereof
, ,
View of Prabhakara, rule for teaching Vedas, knowing
meaning
,
, -
SM and MP on nature of karma etc., query-reply
Special discussion in Dharma about
routine/mandatory acts
Similarity with Uttara Mimamsa
,
When to study Mimamsa ? no fixed duration
, ,
Being need-based, no fixed time, examine
sources, only Vedas
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Mimamsa Bhatta Rahasyam
, ,
Introduction to Bhatta Rahasyam, main qualificand,
dharma/adharma
,
Review of Nyaya system on meaning of lin, objections
, , ,
3 meanings for lin, diversity of approach,
rule/prohibition
,
Fault in Nyaya system, counter from them
,
Seven cause-effects of logicians, their examination
, , ,
Mimasakas view, efficient force, stimulus, inference
,
Meaning of lin in Mimasa, demonstrating efficiency
, , ,
Verbal suffix meaning links efficient force, stimulus,
contact
,
Meaning of Injunction in verbal cognition is speakers
intention
Q&A
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Dvaita Vedanta Sutra Prasthana
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, ,
Introduction, sutra 1.1.2, prima facie, Brahman denotes
soul
, , ,
Line of thought, cause-effects in prima facie view, maxim
of rathakara adhikarana in Mimamsa
-, ,
Objections and answers to prima facie view, meaning of the
word brahman by denotation vs. Connotation and sources
- ,
Further objections & answers, meaning of the word
brahman by denotation & connotation Vs. Connotation
and sources
Finalising prima facie view citing untenability of
the meaning being full of auspicious qualities
, ,
Established view, importance of universal cause,
sources
, ,
Scriptures, reasoning, explaining inactiveness of
Brahman
, , ,
Establishing auspicious qualities, yoga-rudhi,
connotation of learned seers, its supremacy
,
Maxims in support of such position, conclusion
-
Dvaita Vedanta Gita Prasthana
. . .
,
Introduction, greatness of Gita
,
Preamble of Madhva Bhashya, Lords incarnations
etc.
,
Uniqueness of Madhva Bhashya, duties must even for
seekers
, ,
On entrants and accomplished & self-dharma, social
work
Regarding meaning of the word prajna-vada
,
Sample special comments in Madhva Bhashya, matrasparsa
,
Incidental discussion, conclusion of matra-sparsa
verse
Experience of pain and pleasure due to mistaken
identity
A possible solution
, ,
Related topic, unafflicted by pain, on Visavrupa sight
Sri Bhashyam Vishistadvaita
Vedanta
Introduction to Sri Bhashya of Bhagavad Ramanuja
The section of Anumanikadhikarana in BS 1.4.1
,
Upanishadic text in discussion, words of sutra discussed
,
things to be brought under control, process
,
Co-opting paramatma, Absolute surrender,
Characteristics etc.
- ..
Doubt reg. - Surrender as substitute to devotion
, ,
Discussion on devotion as means and end
-
Solution 1 protecting without (expecting any) means
- - ,
Q & A knowing meditation of incarnation with
devotion
Lord substituting for prescribed means - explanation
-
Surrender as independent means for salvation
-
Another doubt - Word Saranam, denoting means
,
Clarification as atonement
- , -
Spl. meaning Protect instead of Devotion and atonement
()
Protection as substitute to prescribed means (devotion)
,
Illustration for protectorship, Final Solution
, ?
An issue from Adhikarana Saravali - On salvation
(, , , )
Discussion of non-existence/non-comprehension and its types
,
Non-existence dissected special cases, Final conclusion
Vedic Processing
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Sayana and Bhaskara A
Comparison
-
Introduction to the Commentators
Taittireeya Samhita Contents of 1st
Kanda
Contents of Second to Seventh Kanda
1st Kanda, 1st Prasna DarsaPurnamasa
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mantra-wise comparison of the two
commentaries
mantras 1 to 9
mantras 10 to 18
mantras 19 to 27
mantras 28 to 36
mantras 37 to 44
mantras 45 to 53
mantras 54 to 62
mantras 63 to 71
Protection/Preservation of Veda-s
Introduction
, ,
Content of Veda-s, Ancient System for Vedic Study
- , ,
Need for written forms script Grantha, Devanagari
-
Importance of Accents
About Sri Ahobila Mutts Edition
Taittireeya branch modes of protection
- , ,
Form, Meaning and Applicatory levels of preservation
, ,
Ref.: VisvaGunadarsa, Raghuvamsam, Gita
Verbal Testimony
Ref.:Campu Ramayanam of King Bhoja
, ,
Ref.:Magha, Kathopanishad, Campu Ramayanam
Injunctions and Prohibitions
Importance of Veda Bhashya
. .
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Introduction - Vedas and Yajnas
,
Characteristics of Veda, Injunction for its study
,
Study with auxiliary disciplines & knowing
meaning
Different fruits - Three sections
About Atharva Veda
Samples of Vedic wisdom for universal welfare
Efficacy of sounds Vedic and mechanical
-
Physical world is Sentient controlled
- ,
Different types of mantras: enquiries, prayer
etc.
- , ,
Scientific topics in Vedas & landing on Moon etc.
About Sukla YajurVeda Study
.. .
,
Introduction, Overview of Kanva branch of Sukla
Yajur Veda
,
Meaning of Sukla Yajus, its tradition from the Sun
, ,
Extent and content of Samhita portion,
Isavasyopanishad
, ,
Brahmana texts etc., about their contents,
Brhadaranyakopanishad
-
-,
Details of Vajasaneya Yajnavalkya, accents in
this Vedic branch
,
Works like Pratishakhya etc., meaning of hymn
in Isavasya
, ,
Description of sacrifices, Satapatha Brahmana
has Bhashika accent
About commentaries etc., for Sukla Yajur Veda
About Sukla YajurVeda
, -
About Sukla YajurVeda, Episode
, ,
Rama, Krishna, Kalki incarnations as per Sukla
YajurVeda
- ,
Branches of Vajasaneya (SYV) Madhyandina and
Kanva
,
Utility of VedaVikrties, Lakshana texts
,
Explanation for the names Sukla and Krishna YajurVeda
(Q & A)
Lakshana-granthas of SamaVeda
. . .
, , ,
Introduction, division of Vedas, singing of Sama, hymns
independent
, , ,
Extent of texts/works in SamaVeda, Samhita, Pada &
Gana
,
On combinatorial patterns of recitation, Gana is
authorless
, ,
Details of texts in Sama Brahmanas, usage,special fruit
etc
,
Srauta Sutra and Vedic auxiliary texts for Sama Veda
-
, ,
Lakshana granthas, different branches, way for
protection of texts
,
Supremacy of SamaVeda; Details about commentaries
, , ,
On seer, metre and deity for hymns; about substitution
, ,
Udgata has to be very knowledgeable, recital and
meaning of Setushama
Recital and explanation of Aditya Sukriya Sama
Vedic Combinatorics and
Commentaries
. . . .
, ,
About Vedic Combinatorics, their relation to
nervous system, regarding continuous speech
,
Five combinations, further patterns based on
krama
Combinational patterns visualised in deep
meditation by yogis
, ,
Veda Bhashya, cosmic creation explained as
sacrificially
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,
Vedic account of evolution from primary matter,
mahat etc.
Hymn about Visvakarma mantra beginning na tam
vidatha
, , ,
Vedic study, preceptor, disciple, Hayagriva incarnation
Visvakarma Sukta mantra vacaspatim
visvakarmanam
Q&A
About RgVeda and Veda-padastava
. . .
, , , ,
Introduction, RgVeda is HotrVeda, priests in yajna, RVs
extent
, , ,
System of study, Oblations, about deities, seer etc. In
rks
, , , ,
Worshipping manes, sages, mandalas, pada-patha,
vikrties
Meanings of some sample hymns
,
Datta Puranam of Dembe Maharaj, poem of RV quarters
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Modern Maths in Vedangas
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Vedic Auxiliaries
--
Modern Maths Concepts in Vedangas
Technical terms used in this lesson
- Five Topics
Chart 4.2
Chart 4.3
Points to note in Pascals Triangle
Chart 4.4
Chart 4.5
Chart 4.6
Chart 4.7
Chart 4.8
Chart 4.9
Chart 4.10
Chart 4.11
Chart 4.12
About Pythagorus
Sulba Sutras
Chart 2.4
Sankhya Karika
...
1
Chart - 1
Misery
2
Chart - 2
Means to overcome miseries
3
Chart - 3
Four-way division of realities
4
Chart - 4
Source/Means of knowledge
5
Chart - 5
Reasons for noncomprehension
6
Chart - 6
Theory of effect present in cause
7
Chart - 7
Similarities and dissimilarities
8
Chart - 8
Similarities and
dissimilarities
9
Chart - 9
Characteristics of attributes
10
Chart - 10
Nature
11
Chart 11 Individual soul - numerous
12
Chart - 12
Creation - sequence
13
Chart 13 Senses and their objects
14
Chart 14 Particularities
15
Chart 15 Eight forms of knowledge
16
( ) Chart 16 creation of cognition (knowledge)
About Grantha Manuscripts
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Introduction to Manuscripts
,
Scripts, Selection of manuscripts
,
Texts, Research
Collection of Mss.
Indexing
Preservation of manuscripts
Transliteration
Reading sessions
,
Writing materials, Ink
Protection of manuscripts
,
Variant readings, Book publication
Conclusion
Nandinagari Script
. . .
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Introduction to palm-leaf manuscript in
Nandinagari
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Difficulties in reading palm-leaf manuscripts
nine reasons
(, )
Specialities of Nandinagari characters
(vowels/consonants)
Illustration of reading a nandinagari palm-leaf
of Srimad Bhagavatam
Manuscript Processing
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Dhvani Theory in Rhetorics
.
Dhvani (Rhetoric) Introduction, prima facie view
,
Rhetoric Established view, arising out of
grammar
, ,
Definition of Sruti independent sound, accent,
rhetorical
Four types of speech, viz. Para etc.
Theory of Dhvani by figure of speech experts
, ,
Definition of Dhvani, potency, indescribability
Definition of Dhvani in Dhvanyaloka of
Anandavardhana
,
Discussion on Essence of literature, theory of
rasa
, ,
Types of Dhvani, rasadhvani as essence of
literature, views opposing dhvani