MY VEDIC STUDIES

  🕉️ The Four Yugas The cycle of Yugas is called a Maha Yuga (Chaturyuga) — consisting of Satya (Krita), Treta, Dvapara, and Kali Yuga. Each Yuga has a different duration, quality of life , and state of Dharma . 1. Satya Yuga (Krita Yuga – Age of Truth) Duration: 1,728,000 human years Dharma (Righteousness): Stands on 4 legs (100% virtue). Human condition: People lived long (thousands of years). No disease, sorrow, or dishonesty. Meditation & truth were natural. Symbolism: The golden age, where Dharma flourished fully. 2. Treta Yuga Duration: 1,296,000 years Dharma: Stands on 3 legs (75% virtue). Human condition: People began performing Yajnas (ritual sacrifices). Emergence of kings and social structures. Desire and ego slowly arose. Symbolism: The silver age. Events: Lord Rāma’s incarnation ( Ramayana period). 3. Dvapara Yuga Duration: 864,000 ...

A Structured Exploration Of The Vedas — Their Origin, Types, Structure, And Evolution Across Time.   🌿 The Vedas: The Foundation of Indian Knowledge Tradition The word Veda comes from the Sanskrit root vid , meaning "to know." Thus, Veda literally means knowledge or wisdom. They are considered the most ancient and sacred texts of Indian civilization, forming the foundation of Hindu philosophy, spirituality, and cultural practices.   📜 Origin of the Vedas Timeline: The Vedas are among the oldest known scriptures in the world, composed between 1500 BCE – 500 BCE (oral tradition much older, possibly 2500–2000 BCE). Mode of transmission: They were shruti (that which is heard) — orally transmitted for centuries before being written down. ( thought to be written down/ compiled by 'Ved Vyas' in Dwapar Yug) Rishis (Seers): The hymns were revealed to sages during deep meditative states. These sages ( both male an...