Ancient Indian Education (Brahmanical and Buddhist) c8.28

c8.28

The *Arthavāda*, like *Vidhi*, is equally a part of the Veda. The Arthavāda is really supplementary to Vidhi and is essential to the performance of *Dharma*, one of the objectives of the Veda itself. The *Arthavāda* supplies inspiration and stimulus for worshippers not sufficiently exerting themselves in the execution of *Vidhis*. As is stated in the text, "Vidhi and Arthavāda are mutually dependent (*sākāṁkshau*). Vidhi points out duties, Arthavāda points out their merits (*praśastya*) and instigates their performance. Therefore, the Veda is made up of three integral parts, *Mantra*, *Vidhi*, and *Arthavāda*.