Significance of Explication
Explication, according to Dharmashastra, involves making something clear or understandable. The text emphasizes that this process entails providing explanations later linked to specific verses to enhance comprehension. This approach aims to clarify complex concepts and ensure that the intended meanings are accessible to readers, facilitating a deeper understanding of the teachings within the Dharmashastra framework.
Synonyms: Explanation, Clarification, Interpretation, Elucidation, Description, Analysis, Illumination, Expounding, Exposition, Account, Commentary, Illustration
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Hindu concept of 'Explication'
In Hinduism, Explication signifies the process of clarifying and interpreting concepts, often related to specific verses, to enhance understanding and provide deeper insights into spiritual teachings.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The process of making something clear or understandable, as indicated in the text by referencing explanations that will be provided later in connection with specific verses.[1]