Manu (Sanskrit: मनु) is a term found with various meanings in Hinduism. In early texts, it refers to the archetypal man, or the first man (progenitor of humanity). The Sanskrit term for 'human', मनुष्य (IAST: manuṣya) or मानव (IAST: mānava) means 'of Manu' or 'children of Manu'. [1]

Manu appears in the Vedas, the sacred literature of Hinduism, as the performer of the first sacrifice. He is also known as the first king, and most rulers of medieval India traced their genealogy back to him, either through his son (the solar line) or his daughter (the lunar line).

2015年4月30日 · Like Noah, Manu is described as a virtuous individual. The Satapatha Brahmana, for instance, has this to say about Manu: “There lived in ancient time a holy man / Called Manu, who, by penances and prayers, / Had won the favour of the lord of heaven.”

2024年12月5日 · Manu, an important figure in ancient Indian history, stands as a symbol of wisdom and order. Often regarded as the mythical progenitor of humankind and the first lawgiver, Manu’s contributions extend far beyond mythological narratives.

2024年9月26日 · Manu’s significance in Hindu mythology extends beyond his role as the first man; he embodies the principles of creation, morality, and the cyclical nature of existence. Through his narrative, we explore profound themes that resonate with humanity’s quest for meaning and order in the universe.

2019年1月2日 · The Laws of Manu (also called the Manava Dharma Shastra) is traditionally accepted as one of the supplementary arms of the Vedas. It is one of the standard books in the Hindu canon and a basic text upon which teachers base their teachings.

The story of sage Manu holds immense significance in Hindu mythology and Indian culture. Believed to be the first man, Manu played a crucial role during the great flood. Guided by a divine fish, he constructed a boat to secure his survival along with his daughter.

4 天之前 · The Manu-smriti, or Laws of Manu, are of the most authoritative codes of Hinduism in India, dating back to approximately 100 C.E.. Traditionally, the Manu-smriti was given by Manu, the first man and lawgiver, and are a commentary on the legal and social systems of India, including the caste system.

Manusmriti, translated as "The Laws of Manu" or "The Institutions of Manu," is the most important and authoritative Hindu Law Book (Dharmashastra), which served as a foundational work on Hindu law and jurisprudence in ancient India at least 1500 years.

2015年1月28日 · Manu appears in the Vedas, the sacred literature of Hinduism, as the performer of the first sacrifice. He is also known as the first king, and most rulers of medieval India traced their genealogy...