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A thread about the second Riddle from the book Riddles in Hinduism, delving into the confusion surrounding the origins of Vedas and the ambiguity surrounding the term "Sanatan."
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Babasaheb questioning the confusing origin of Vedas and the meaning of Sanatan.(1/4) Image
Kalluka Bhatt explains where Vedas Came From and What 'Sanatan' means.(2/4) Image
Babasaheb explains Brahminic reckoning of time. See it visually explained below.(3/4) Image
In this scheme, when a Kalpa starts, creation begins, and new Vedas emerge. Kalluka Bhatt suggests that although each Kalpa has new Vedas, Brahma reproduces the same old Vedas from his memory, which is why they're considered Sanatan i.e. eternally pre-existing.(4/4) Image

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