Later Vedic Society (Later Vedic Civilization)
Later Vedic Society & Civilization Caste System during Later Vedic Period In the Later Vedic Society and Civilization witnessed far-reaching changes in the sphere of caste system. Various sub-castes sprang up in addition to the traditional four castes. The Brahamanas and the
Migration of Aryans | Aryan Migration
The Theory of Migration of Aryans There is no one opinion about the original homeland of the Aryans. At present scholars are broadly divided into two opposite views, viz, The Theory of Migration of Aryans from India to other countires. (India was
Later Vedic Religion | Later Vedic Period Religion
Posted in History of Ancient India by Vinay Pandey On August 6, 2013
In the Later Vedic period religion, thoughtful men expressed doubts in the efficiency of sacrifices and simple worship of the forces of nature. The ‘Brihadaranyaka Upanishada’ expounded the doctrine of transmigration of the soul. Philosophical thought made steady progress. Many people took
The Origin and the Original Home of the Aryans
The Origin and the Original Home of the Aryans is a Matter of Controversy. The main strands of the Hindu civilization are the gifts of the Aryan mind. The most striking feature of the Aryan culture is its stability and continuity even up
Life of Lord Gautama Buddha
Life of Gautama Buddha There is no contemporary and authentic account of the life of Gautama Buddha except a few data provided by the Buddhist Sutras. We have to depend upon comparatively later works for details of Buddha’s life. The `Sutta Nipata’
The Origin of Buddhism | The rise of Buddhism
The causes for the origin of Buddhism are many. Infact, the Rise of Buddhism is a result of several contemporary factors combined together. Let us have a review at those factors. The Rise of Large Kingdoms The political, social and economic life
Organization of Buddhist Church (Buddhist Sangha)
Buddhist Church and its Organization Gautama Buddha not only preached his religious doctrines but he laid down rules for the organization of the Buddhist church (Buddhist Sangha). These bodies of rules and their rigorous observance by the Buddhists led to the formation
Fundamental Principles of Buddhism
Fundamental Principles of Buddhism The Sutta and the Nikayas The Pali `Pitakas‘ and ‘Nikayas’ are the earliest available sources for Buddha’s teachings (Dhamma). The Pitakas consist of three parts, The Vinaya Pitaka The Sutta Pitaka, and the Avidhamma Pitaka. The `Sutta Pitaka’ is
Social and Economic Life of Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization)
Social and Economic Life of Indus Valley Civilization The social and economic life of of the people of Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization) was systematic and organised. In this article we will discuss about the food, social Dress, ornaments, house hold articles,
Gautama Buddha Birth Date and Death Date
The Birth Date and Death date of Gautama Buddha It is generally agreed that Gautama Buddha was born in 566 B.C. But the date of Buddha’s death is a subject of keen controversy among scholars. The Buddhist traditions unanimously point out that