Yājñavalkya Smṛti
Category:
Puranic & Other Saṁhitās
A prominent Dharmaśāstra text attributed to Sage Yājñavalkya, it discusses laws, ethics, governance, and judicial procedures, often considered more concise and systematic than Manusmriti. Spiritual Significance: Harmonizes law with ethics and ritual purity, guiding individuals toward righteous living and spiritual liberation.
A Hindu text of the Dharmaśāstra tradition, discussing topics such as statecraft, jurisprudence and personal conduct.
Quick Facts
Author
Sage Yājñavalkya
Origin Period
circa 3rd–5th century CE
Language
Sanskrit
Total Chapters
3