Explanation

• The Gospel of Luke is addressed to Theophilus.
• It is a respected individual mentioned in the opening verses.
• It is the third book of the New Testament.
• Luke wrote it to provide an orderly account of the life of Jesus (Isa A.S).
• It emphasizes compassion, healing, and salvation for all people.

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Explanation

• Smritis are considered human-made texts based on Shruti (revealed Vedic knowledge) in Hinduism.
• They provide rules for law, duties, and social conduct.
• Unlike Shruti (divine revelation), Smriti is remembered and written by sages.
• They guide practical life, ethics, and traditions.

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Explanation

• Uddalaka Aruni delivered the famous teaching “Tat Tvam Asi” (Thou art That) to his son Shvetaketu in the Chandogya Upanishad.
• This teaching explains the unity between the individual self (Atman) and ultimate reality (Brahman).
• It is one of the most important statements in Advaita Vedanta philosophy.
• The dialogue appears in Chapter 6 of Chandogya Upanishad.

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Explanation

The Mandukya Upanishad is primarily concerned with the syllable “Om (ॐ)” and the four states of consciousness.

1. Jagrat – Waking state
2. Svapna – Dream state
3. Sushupti – Deep sleep state
4. Turiya – Ultimate spiritual consciousness

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Explanation

Purusharthas in Hinduism refer to the four goals of human life that guide human actions and duties.

1. Dharma – Duty, righteousness, and moral values.
2. Artha – Wealth, prosperity, and material success.
3. Kama – Desires, enjoyment, and emotional satisfaction.
4. Moksha – Liberation or spiritual freedom.

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