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Hinduism: Sources of Wisdom and Authority
The Smrti Texts: Ramayana, Gita and Manusmrti
- 3 things to know
- Component 2
Overview
Recall questions on smrti's authority beside shruti, the Ramayana and its ideals, Arjuna's dilemma and the three routes to liberation in the Gita, and the Manusmrti and the controversy over it.
What you need to know
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Summarise the central story of the Ramayana.
Key term
What is Arjuna's dilemma at the start of the Gita?
Questions from this subtopic
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- 1
Define smrti.
Model answer
Smrti means remembered, and refers to the sacred writings acknowledged to have human authors.
- 2
How does the authority of smrti compare with that of shruti?
Model answer
Smrti is secondary and is accepted where it agrees with shruti, since revelation outranks even the wisest human composition.
- 3
Why do the smrti texts shape ordinary Hindu life more than the Vedas do?
Model answer
They tell memorable stories in accessible language, exist in vernacular versions, and give guidance on everyday duty, marriage and worship.
- 4
Name three categories of smrti literature.
Model answer
The epics known as itihasa, the Puranas, and the dharmashastra law codes.
- 5
Who could traditionally study smrti compared with shruti?
Model answer
Smrti was open to everyone, including women and the lower varnas, whereas Vedic study was traditionally restricted to twice-born men.
- 6
Who is traditionally credited with composing the Ramayana?
Model answer
The sage Valmiki.
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