chhandas (ch
·hänˑ·ds),
·hänˑ·ds),n in Sanskrit, the acquired knowledge. It is one of the three components of the Vedas, the ancient Hindu scriptures considered sources of pure knowledge. According to Vedic sciences, interactions of chhandas, rishi, and devata give rise to matter. See also veda, rishi, and devata.
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