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Line 73: − == Expansion of the ten principles == − # The Vedic Tradition is not a religion, '''but a way of life''', a complete philosophy for the foundation and direction for one’s existence. − # It is based on Universal Spiritual Truths that can be applied by anyone at anytime. − # − # All living entities, both human and otherwise, are the same in their essential and divine spiritual being. All of them are parts of the eternal truth, and have appeared in this world to express their nature and also to gather experience in the realms of matter. − # For this reason, Vedic followers accept the premise of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, that all living beings in the universe comprise one family, and that as such all beings are spiritually equal and should be respected as members within that family of the Supreme. − # − # Every person’s capacity to progress spiritually depends upon their personal qualities, choices and abilities, and is not limited by the circumstances of one’s color, caste, class, or any other circumstance of birth or temporary material limitations or designations. − # The Vedic path is based on regaining our natural spiritual identity. To pursue this goal, all human beings have the eternal right to choose their personal form of spiritual practice, as well as the right to reject any form of religious activity, and that coercion, forced conversion, or commercial inducement to adopt one religion over another should never be used or tolerated to present, propagate, or enforce one’s spiritual beliefs on others.
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It was this flexibility, characteristic of the Sanatana Dharma, that preserved it through so many ages, when other ancient practices perished. Till date every adherent of Sanatana Dharma, falls back on the Vedas, compiled by Vedavyasa for resolving any points of contention. Thus came into being the saying<blockquote>व्यासोच्छिष्टं जगत् सर्वम् । vyāsocchiṣṭaṁ jagat sarvam ।</blockquote>On these Shrutis the whole fabric of Vaidika Dharma or Sanatana Dharma, the religion of the Vedas, as it is truly named, is built. They propound a system by the mastery of which all the energies which vitalize the Universe and nature may be controlled, at the direction of Isvara (Absolute Consciousness).<ref name=":0" />
It was this flexibility, characteristic of the Sanatana Dharma, that preserved it through so many ages, when other ancient practices perished. Till date every adherent of Sanatana Dharma, falls back on the Vedas, compiled by Vedavyasa for resolving any points of contention. Thus came into being the saying<blockquote>व्यासोच्छिष्टं जगत् सर्वम् । vyāsocchiṣṭaṁ jagat sarvam ।</blockquote>On these Shrutis the whole fabric of Vaidika Dharma or Sanatana Dharma, the religion of the Vedas, as it is truly named, is built. They propound a system by the mastery of which all the energies which vitalize the Universe and nature may be controlled, at the direction of Isvara (Absolute Consciousness).<ref name=":0" />
== Principles of Sanatana Dharma ==
== Principles of Sanatana Dharma ==
The science of ancient Bharatavarsha was contained in the [[Shad Vedangas (षड्वेदाङ्गानि)|Shad Vedangas]], the six angas (limbs or parts) while its philosophy was given by [[Vedanta]] and [[Shad Darshanas (षड्दर्शनानि)|Shad Darshanas]], the six philosophical views. All philosophies are designed to lead man to the One Science, and One Wisdom, which saw One Self as Real and all else as unreal. Unity of all knowledge was the core concept with no distinction between science, philosophy and religion.<ref name=":0" />
The science of ancient Bharatavarsha was contained in the [[Shad Vedangas (षड्वेदाङ्गानि)|Shad Vedangas]], the six angas (limbs or parts) while its philosophy was given by [[Vedanta]] and [[Shad Darshanas (षड्दर्शनानि)|Shad Darshanas]]. All philosophies are designed to lead man to the One Science, and One Wisdom, which saw One Self as Real and all else as unreal. Unity of all knowledge was the core concept with no distinction between science, philosophy and religion.<ref name=":0" />
The following principles are the ones most accepted by the majority of people who follow Sanatana-dharma, and are also referenced in the Vedic texts. Beyond these, there are various schools of thought, which have further developments in their own outlook and philosophy, such as the Shaivites, Vaishnavas, Shaktas, Brahmanandis, Tantrics, and so on.
The following principles are the ones most accepted by the majority of people who follow Sanatana-dharma, and are also referenced in the Vedic texts. Beyond these, there are various schools of thought, which have further developments in their own outlook and philosophy, such as the Shaivites, Vaishnavas, Shaktas, Brahmanandis, Tantrics, and so on. These concepts are unique, ancient and distinguish Hinduism among many faiths.
=== एकम् सत् || One Supreme Being ===
=== एकम् सत् || One Supreme Being ===
=== धार्मिकजीवनविधानम् ॥ Dharmik Jeevanavidhana ===
=== धार्मिकजीवनविधानम् ॥ Dharmik Jeevanavidhana ===
Leading a Dharmik lifestyle includes adherence to principles of Dharma as laid down in Shrutis and Smrtis. Vedas proclaim that society and nature sustains one and all hence our duties towards them are more important not the individual. Rishis placed morals and ethics in the forefront and daily activities of life were based on them rather than for individual gains or sense gratification. Following Rta (ऋत) or highest natural order was of prime importance and lifestyles were aligned to that principle.
Leading a [[Dharmik Lifestyle (धार्मिकजीवनविधानम्)|Dharmik lifestyle]] includes adherence to principles of Dharma as laid down in Shrutis and Smrtis. Vedas proclaim that society and nature sustains one and all hence our duties towards them are more important not the individual. Rishis placed morals and ethics in the forefront and daily activities of life were based on them rather than for individual gains or sense gratification. Following Rta (ऋत) or highest natural order was of prime importance and jeevana vidhana was aligned to that principle.
=== देवताराधना ॥ Devataradhana ===
=== देवताराधना ॥ Devataradhana ===
# वानप्रस्थ || vanaprastha or retired stage of life in which we take our spiritual goals more seriously,
# वानप्रस्थ || vanaprastha or retired stage of life in which we take our spiritual goals more seriously,
# सन्यास || sanyasa or renunciation stage of life in which our spiritual purpose is the main focus.
# सन्यास || sanyasa or renunciation stage of life in which our spiritual purpose is the main focus.
== Ten general rules of moral conduct of the Vedic path ==
== Ten general rules of moral conduct of the Vedic path ==
Of the ten rules of moral conduct five are for inner purity (Yamas) & the other five for external purification (niyamas)—
Of the ten rules of moral conduct five are for inner purity (Yamas) & the other five for external purification (niyamas)—