The Rigveda and the Dawn of the Iron Age in South Asia
Tides of History
The Power of Words and Rituals in Shaping Truth and Relationships
In ancient times, words and sacrifices played a crucial role in shaping the relationship between humans and gods. The words spoken in rituals carried real power, enabling knowledgeable individuals to influence the true essence of things. The concept of ṛṭṭṭ defined beings and objects and structured their relationships. By speaking these truths, poets could make them real in the present, reflecting the cosmic order. The hymns of that time were meticulously crafted by professionals to offer something new and attract the gods' attention in a competitive environment where many sought divine favor through words and sacrifices.
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