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Welcome to Episode 4 of our audiobook series, where we explore the fascinating theme of Death and Justice in Ancient India.

In this episode, we examine how the ancients viewed crime, punishment, and morality. Ancient Indian texts reveal a nuanced understanding of culpable homicide, private defence, human sacrifice, brahmanicide, the killing of women, and infanticide. While some customs may sound harsh in the modern context, when seen in their own time they reflect a society deeply concerned with balance, dharma, and cosmic order.

We journey through examples from the Rig Veda, Aitareya Brahmana, Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavata Purana, Kalika Purana, Yogini Tantra, Garuda Purana, Garga Samhita, Manusmriti, Yajnavalkya Smriti, Gautama Dharmasutra, Vasistha, Vishnu Dharmashastra, Arthashastra of Kautilya, Chandogya Upanishad, Taittiriya Samhita, Satapatha Brahmana, and historical inscriptions such as the Eran inscription. Together, these texts give us a vivid picture of how life, death, law, and faith were interwoven in the fabric of society.

👉 This episode is part of a larger series, but it can also be enjoyed on its own. In the next episode, we will continue exploring more about how crime and punishment were understood in the ancient world.

✨ Share your thoughts in the comments. Do you find the laws harsh, or do you see wisdom in their attempt to balance justice with survival?

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