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बाबाजी बोले: पीरियड्स में औरतें चांडालिनी बन जाती हैं || आचार्य प्रशांत (2024)
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Shruti
Upanishads
Smriti
Shastra
Self-knowledge
Menstruation
Bhagavad Gita
Consciousness
Description

Acharya Prashant clarifies the definition of "Shastra," stating that in a religious context, a scripture is a spiritual text that leads one toward self-knowledge. Only books that help an individual understand the ego, the soul, and nature qualify as spiritual scriptures. He emphasizes that not every old book is a Shastra; specifically, texts discussing mundane social rules, punishments, or biological processes like menstruation do not hold the same weight as those focused on spiritual liberation. He distinguishes between "Shruti" and "Smriti," asserting that Shruti, comprising the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita, is the ultimate authority or the "Supreme Court" of spiritual matters. Smritis and Puranas are secondary historical records that must be discarded if they contradict the Shruti. Addressing the specific claims about menstruation, he dismisses labels like "Chandalini" as products of a diseased mind. He points out the hypocrisy of people who demand the latest technology but cling to ancient, regressive superstitions. He argues that biological functions do not hinder professional or spiritual capabilities, citing examples of female pilots, doctors, and athletes. He concludes that one should focus on the eternal truths of the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita rather than wasting time on ignorant debates or outdated social codes. He advises exercising indifference toward ignorant views and distancing oneself from those who propagate myths, stressing that life should be spent on meaningful pursuits and self-improvement. He quotes Kabir Saheb to emphasize the importance of discerning the essential truth from the superficial.