Abstract

A REVIEW STUDY ON SWADHYAYA (SELF-STUDY) IN ANCIENT AND MODERN PERSPECTIVE

Dr. Lalit Kumar Meena*, Prof. Ashok Kumar Sharma and Dr. Reena Pargi

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Abstract

Svādhyāya literally means 'to study oneself'. It is a larger concept which has many meanings. Svādhyāya is a‟ Niyama' in various Hindu philosophies. Swadhyaya also means 'self-study' and reading the Vedas and other scriptures. Studying, listening, contemplating, contemplation etc. Of books related to life-making and reform leading to God and liberation is called Svādhyāya. Knowing about yourself and seeing your faults is also Svādhyāya. The lives of many great men have been transformed by the power of Svādhyāya. Satsang and Svādhyāya are both pillars for living a pure and happy life. Satsang awakens the spirit of Svādhyāya within a person. Svādhyāya has an important contribution in building life. Svādhyāya changes a person's life, behavior, thinking and nature.

Keywords: Sv?dhy?ya, Behaviour, Thinking, Self-study, Nature, Moksha.