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Vedam: The Ancient Source of Knowledge and Wisdom

Explore how Vedam shapes fields like Mathematics, Chemistry, Architecture, Engineering, Astronomy, and more. Discover the timeless relevance and astonishing influence of Vedam in modern life.

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Vedam: The Ancient Source of Knowledge and Wisdom

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  1. It’s 21st Century It’s a Mod ..Mod .. World….!! Every thing computer controlled…!!.

  2. Robots- Computer controlled

  3. Health Care – Computer controlled

  4. Games- Computer Controlled

  5. Cars –Engine, Interiors – computer controlled

  6. House hold equipment – Computer controlled

  7. Work Area – Computer controlled

  8. Computer Controlled ??!! • Did we see any computers on these machines??

  9. No!! • None of them had computers in them!!

  10. But!! • We accept these gadgets are computer controlled……

  11. Why ? !! • Because it’s hardware, architecture, algorithms or other aspects owe allegiance to a computer.

  12. Now.. Take this…

  13. Mathematics owes allegiance to Vedam

  14. Mathematics in Vedam • ‘Ganita’ the term, is derived from the root ‘gana’, which means to count or to enumerate. • ‘Raashividya’ is used for mathematics in Chhandogya Upanishad (7.1.2). • Shuklayajureda reveal the knowledge of odd numbers and tables (18/24,25).  • The Brahmana texts like ; ‘ekasmai svaha, dvabhyam svaha, tribhyah svaha’ reflect the vedic concept of arithmetical progressions. • Pingala sutra discourses on the calculation of squares and square roots.  • Brahma-sphuta-siddhanta’ covers very briefly the arithmetical operations, square and cube roots, interest, progressions, geometry and simple algebraic identities.  • Lilavati, Bijaganita of Bhaskaracharya, Ganitasarasangraha of Mahaviracharya, Trishati of Shridhara, Bijaganita of Narayan are some prominent treatises on Indian Mathematics based on Veda sutras.

  15. Chemistry, Alchemy, Medicine… owe allegiance to Vedam

  16. Chemistry, Alchemy, Medicine… all from Vedam • Advanced chemical science have distinct feature in the Vedic contents like the Brahmanas. • The knowledge of chemistry was current since the Vedic era, praising Agni (The fire), as we see in the first sukta of the Rigveda. • The chemical action was known as thepakaprakriya. • Metallurgy, one of the main branches of chemistry has remained   as the central key to all the civilizations owes inputs to Vedas. Infact, the basic idea of smelting is the Rig vedam. • The Caraka Sath Samhitamentions how to prepare sulphuric acid, nitric acid, the oxides of copper tin and zinc, the sulphate of copper, zinc and iron and the carbonates of lead and iron. • The weapons mentioned in the Mahabharata and the Ramayana were actually the products of Chemistry.

  17. Architecture, Civil Engineering, Town Planning... Owe allegiance to Vedam

  18. Architecture, Civil Engineering, Town Planning... from Vedam • Mayamata, Manasara, Vishvakarma - VastuShastra, Samaranganasutradhara, Aparajita - Priccha, Manasollasa, Prasadamandana, Shilparatnam etc. are treatise on Architecture based on Vedic hyms. • There are innumerable references in Rigveda which indicate a very advanced Vastushilpa. • The Vedic deities Mitra and Varuna are described residing in a great palace with thousand pillars and thousand gates.

  19. Engineering, Automobile, Weaponry.. Owe Allegiance to Vedam

  20. Engineering, Automobile, Weaponry.. All from Vedam The samarangana-sutradhara describes three classes of yantras • (i) yana yantra – conveyances like vimanas and chariots, • (ii) udakayantra – water machines – variyantra and dharayantra, • (iii) sangramayantra – weaponary - like Agneyastra, Varunastra, bhushundi, shataghni, sahasraghni etc.

  21. Astronomy, Astrology… Owe allegiance to Vedam

  22. Astronomy, Astrology… All from Vedam • The word ‘Nakshatradrashta’ is used for an Astronomer in Shuklayajurveda (30/10) and ‘Nakshatravidya’ for Astronomy in Chhandogya Upanishad (7/1/2).  • Many stars are mentioned in Atharvaveda.  We also find natural scientific observations regarding the course of the planets.  The Aitareya Brahmana (3/44) says that  the sun actually neither rises nor sets but through earth’s revolution round the sun, causes day and night. • The Astronomy is closely associated with astrology and both owe allegiance to the Vedam

  23. Vedam has always been the root of all knowledge base in this world.

  24. Vedam • Be it.. Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Alchemy, Metallurgy, Medicine, Astrology, Astronomy, Sociology, Physiology, Psychology… • Of course now universally known Eastern Philosophy (Vedic Philosophy), Yoga, Astrology and Ayurveda… Vedam has been the root of all knowledge base

  25. Vedam – The KnowledgeTimeless & All encompassing • No Wonderwhy our ancestors had complete faith in Vedam • No Wonder why our seers always studied the Vedam and followed it.!! • No Wonder why a few still hold Vedam in high esteem.!! • No Wonder why India is looked up for its wisdom!!

  26. But !!....The Wonder of Wonders!!! • Most Brahmanas don’t take up Veda Adhyayanam, in fact they are discouraged !!! • It is in fact never an option for a Brahmana bramachari?!! • Most of us don’t find the relevance of Vedam in our life !!! • Tch! Tch!, we don’t even realize that we miss it !!!

  27. Wonder Why?? • Myth: ‘not meant for me’… ‘Those were olden days’ …. ‘very tough’ ….. ‘No practical use’…’Tough living conditions’ in Veda Patashala • Social Stigma: ‘won’t suit us’ (social/cultural background)…’we don’t want our boy to be a Shastrigal’… ‘change of life-style, dressing and eating habits’… • Practical difficulties: ‘Where/What is the scope for Vedam???’…. ‘How to make a respectable living?..’ ‘Is it a proven path? Can youprove it?.. ‘

  28. Now Wonderful!!!! Yes!! Veda Adhyayanam for kids is possible even in the pristine form…now with… • Con-current secular education in Patashalas • Children pass out 8th and 10th class while in Patashala itself • Bridge/Finishing School to enable pass 11th and 12th class and at the same time enable finishing touch for an interface with the present world. • Help for furthering Vedic / Modern education and to pursue vocation apart from Purohityam but lead a Vedic life style.

  29. More… Proposals are being readied for • Vedic Scholars to interact with present day Research Scholars on various subjects to identify more intensive research in Vedam with modern scientific temper • Vedic scholars to take up atleast graduate degrees in conventional subjects and teach in present day primary and secondary schools with a Vedic touch. • Research on Vedam as a means of education for primary, secondary grades initially • Identifying more conventional jobs which would be suitable for a Vedic life style. • Vedam a way of life for people who are willing to exert themselves … and more…

  30. Let’s make Vedam relevant in our life!! • Look, perceive and appreciate Vedam in your everyday life - the ancient but also the timeless knowledge. • Modern is not Western… – Appreciate Vedam - the traditional and timeless wisdom. • Seek Veda Adhyayanam for your child – the treasure for holistic future • Seek to lead a Vedic life, Vedic life style and initiate yourself in traditional wisdom.

  31. How? When? Where? Contact email id admin@samhita.in Visit: http://vedaminterface.blogspot.com Also visit: www.samhita.in | www.sathsamhita.com

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