Sam Veda
Sam Veda
Sāma is composition of words in Rigvedic hymns from notes. The hymns of Rigveda form the base of Sāmagāna. Sāmagāna is not merely a name given to singing hymns of Veda but represents the philosophy and science of uniting thought, sound and music. Sāmagāna is purpose of creation of Samaveda...
destroys knowledge manner pride strength wealth
Pride of wealth destroys wealth, pride of strength destroys strength and in the same manner pride of knowledge destroys knowledge.
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A real 'karma-yogi', who first acquires knowledge and then works for the welfare of people, quite naturally becomes popular and famous. There is no enemy of such a man but even if there are, he is able to vanquish them. His popularity in the society increases on account of his successes and good deeds.
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A raindrop coming in contact with fire looses it's existence while that falling on a shell becomes a 'pearl'. Therefore, people desirous of knowledge should avoid the company of ignorant people who believe in the motto- ignorance is bliss .
darkness helps ignorance ignorant knowledge man thus
Knowledge removes the darkness of ignorance and thus helps even the most ignorant man to become knowledgeable.
capable destroyed destroying fire ignorance knowledge
The fire of knowledge is capable of destroying these enemies. Ignorance (darkness) can be destroyed by knowledge of self.
continues implies keeps knowledge light means shedding
The light of knowledge never extinguishes. It keeps on shedding light forever. This implies that knowledge by means of propagation, continues to flourish.
achieving capable darkness destroying fully help knowledge light overcoming success
The light of knowledge is fully capable of destroying the darkness of ignorance. This also help us in overcoming all the difficulties and in achieving success in all our endeavors.
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The virtues of donations are great because it helps the needy and at the same time it gives an opportunity to the donor to give the surplus to the people in need. It helps the needy to sustain himself.
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There was a demon named 'Vala' whom Indra had killed. Indra was able to kill this dreaded demon only because he had attained divine powers by practicing self- restraint.
attracted audience crafted loved man mind power speak towards words
Beautifully crafted words have the power to captivate the mind of anybody.A sweet-tongued man is loved by one and all. Audience is always attracted towards those who can speak efficiently and effectively.
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As the saying goes that a man is known by the company he keeps. Good company can make a man whereas bad company can ruin him.
clearly darkness path result shows soon
As soon as there is light, darkness vanishes and as a result the surroundings become clearly visible. It shows us the right path when it is dark.
companion friend reliable therefore true trust
A true friend never breaches the trust of his companion or stabs in his back. He is trustworthy and reliable. One should therefore always try to be a true and reliable friend.
against guard leads ourselves pride
We should guard ourselves against pride because pride leads to downfall.