E-Manuscripts, Vedas & Samhita: Multidisciplinary
E-Manuscripts, Vedas & Samhita: A Multidisciplinary Perspective
E-Manuscripts
Definition: Digitized versions of traditional manuscripts (often palm-leaf, birch-bark, or handwritten texts) preserved through scanning and metadata cataloging.
Role in Preservation: Prevents decay of fragile originals while ensuring accessibility to scholars worldwide.
Technological Aspects: Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for ancient scripts, metadata standards (MARC21, Dublin Core), and e-Granthalaya-type platforms for access.
Disciplines Involved: Library Science, Digital Humanities, Information Technology, Archival Studies.
Vedas
Definition: The earliest body of Indian knowledge tradition, comprising Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda.
Domains of Knowledge:
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Philosophy: Concepts of Brahman, Atman, cosmology.
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Linguistics: Sanskrit grammar, phonetics.
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Science: Early references to astronomy, medicine (Ayurveda), and mathematics.
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Performing Arts: Music and chanting styles rooted in Vedic traditions.
Interdisciplinary Relevance: Religious studies, anthropology, linguistics, musicology, philosophy
Samhitas
Meaning: Collections of mantras, hymns, or knowledge systems compiled systematically.
Types:
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Vedic Samhitas (e.g., Rigveda Samhita).
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Ayurvedic Samhitas (Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita) – foundational texts of medicine.
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Other Knowledge Compilations in fields like astronomy, polity (Arthashastra), etc.
Relevance: They bridge spiritual, scientific, and practical knowledge traditions.
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