CHAPTER 1
Definitions
At the outset, let us try to understand the meaning of important terms, so you do not face difficulty in comprehending the subsequent chapters.
Vaidika Raśmi Theory (VRT)
VRT is a branch of Physics which deals with study of properties, process and formation of Elementary Particles, Quanta and Space from various types of Chanda Raśmi-s (or vibrations). Additionally, this theory also helps to explain in detail about the process of formation of stars since the origin of universe. The foundation of this theory lies in the Aitaraiya Brāhmaṇa text of Ṛgveda, which has been interpreted by Ācārya Agnivrata Naiṣṭhika and has postulated in his book ‘Veda Vijñāna-Ālokaḥ’, after years of rigorous hard work; a task that has been done after several thousands of years. This theory is more logical, elaborate and comprehensive as compared to any other theory of modern physics.
What is Raśmi?
According to Maharṣi Yāska, any subtle vibration that generates and controls a comparatively macro or bigger vibration is called as ‘Raśmi’. The subtlest or smallest Raśmi is the Parā ‘Om’ Raśmi, that disturbs the equilibrium of the ‘Prakṛti’ (fundamental state of matter and energy) which has three properties i.e. Satva, Rajasa and Tamas.
Entire universe (all particles, waves and space) is formed and controlled by these Raśmi-s. Any Raśmi is much smaller than the waves presently known by modern physics.
Four forms of Vāk Raśmi
- Parā
Parā vāṇī (soundwave) is the root and subtlest among all vāṇī-s. It is so subtle that it is the finest or smallest, omnipresent, is in maximum quantity, exist in absolute latent (imperceptible) form; can bind everything to itself but remains free and is of highest order. This subtle sound cannot be heard by the ears. It exists in entire universe in the subtlest form and integrates each particle with itself. It can only be felt by Yogī-s of very high rank. It cannot be observed by any modern scientific technique. The Vaikharī sound that a person hears or speaks is generated or received by Ātmā in Parā form only. Prakṛti (fundamental matter of the cosmos) acts as a transmission medium for this wave.
- Paśyantīó
This is a bit macro than Parā and is like seed providing the form to the Varṇa-s (alphabets or characters). It is bigger than Parā and is smaller than Madhyamā. Paśyantī is formed in Manas-Tattva which is its foundation and transmission medium too. All ‘Prāṇa’ and ‘Chanda‘ Raśmi-s originate by this ‘Vāk Tattva’ in this ‘Manas-Tattva’. It is possible that in future this sound can be detected through a precise technique. Whenever one hears a sound through the ears, the stimulation reaches to the brain and then to Manas-Tattva through the nerves of the ears. This stimulation contains the ‘Varṇa’ (alphabets). The brain with the help of ‘Mana’ identifies the ‘Varṇa’. This is the ‘Paśyantī’ sound that cannot be heard through ears but can be felt by Manas-Tattva vióa brain.
- Madhyamā
This form of Vāk is considered bigger than Paśyantī but smaller than ‘Vaikharī’. The characteristics of ‘Varṇa’ in this are more expressed or tangible than Paśyantī but subtle than Vaikharī. The form of sound created after it hits the eardrum is called Madhyamā. It is the vāṇī that travels in between ear and the brain. The transmission medium of this vāṇī (sound wave) is ‘Ākāśa’ or the space.
- Vaikharī
It is the macro form of sound that we speak and hear. This sound wave travels between the speaker and the listener and at the end transforms into Paśyantī in the mind of the listener. It means that whenever a person speaks, the wave that travels from the mouth of the speaker to our ears is Vaikharī, one that travels from ears to brain is Madhyamā, from brain to Mana is Paśyantī and Ātmā receives it as Parā from the Mana.
Conversely, while speaking, first a soundwave is generated from Ātmā and reaches the Mana, it is called as Parā. Mana transforms it into Paśyantī and transmits to brain. Next, the brain transforms it into Madhyamā and reaches the vocal cords. At the end, the vocal cord converts the Madhyamā soundwave into Vaikharī. Its transmission medium are macro objects like solids, liquids and gases. This vāṇī travels through compressions and rarefaction in various medium.
Here, the transformation of sound occurs just like a microphone converts the sound into electrical signal and again converts back into sound in a loudspeaker.
Vāk
In layman terms it means soundwave. It is that first vibration that is stimulated by Conscious Entity in the fundamental causal matter of the cosmos. We have already defined it as ‘Parā’ earlier. These vibrations or Raśmi-s control the formation and the functioning of the universe. One cannot imagine a vibration or buzz prior to this. All other Raśmi-s are different forms of this vibration.
Chanda
Raśmi-s that enfold (or cover) and provide impulse are called Chanda Raśmi-s. All Raśmi-s in this world cover one or the other thing and provide force hence, these are called Chanda Raśmi-s. These Raśmi-s are a form of Vāk. In the universe, these Raśmi-s behave as female with respect to Prāṇa Raśmi-s.
Prāṇa Raśmi-s
Those Raśmi-s that provide impulse, motion and light are called as ‘Prāṇa Raśmi’. All properties of Chanda Raśmi are present in Prāṇa Raśmi and vice versa. Due to this, these are a special form of Vāk Raśmi. These have special affinity towards Chanda Raśmi and behave as male with respect to them.
Marut Raśmi-s
Smaller Chanda Raśmi-s are called as ‘Marut Raśmi-s’. These too have affinity towards Prāṇa Raśmi-s and behave as female with respect to them. These travel in a group.
Soma
These are a form of Marut Raśmi-s and exist in latent or unexpressed form. Various electromagnetic waves and electrically charged waves absorb these ‘Soma Raśmi-s’ while travelling in space. These have very low temperature.
U̅rjā (Energy)
According to Vaidika Physics, one which has force and motion both or one that has capability to do work is called U̅rjā. [U̅rja BalaPrāṇanayoḥ]
Nimitta Kāraṇa
It is the one that can create and whose absence ceases the process of creation – means the conscious entity behind any work or activity is ‘Primary Nimitta Kāraṇa’. Apart from it, the other means that help in execution of the work or activity are the ‘Secondary Nimitta Kāraṇa’. E.g. In designing the gold ornaments, the goldsmith is the ‘Primary Nimitta Kāraṇa’, while the tools and the customers are the ‘Secondary Nimitta Kāraṇa’.
Upādāna Kāraṇa
The resources or the material used in creation are the ‘Upādāna Kāraṇa’. E.g. In designing gold ornaments, gold, silver etc. are the ‘Upādāna Kāraṇa’ i.e. the resources to make ornaments.
Vidyā (knowledge)
Vidyā is that which helps us to identify an object or material ‘as is’ and accordingly helps us to use it for the benefit of all and to make everyone happy.
[Vyvahāra Bhānu by Maharṣi Dayānanda Sarasvatī]Vijñāna (science)
Making wise use of Jñana, Karma and Upāsanā and from acquiring true knowledge about Īśvara to the material of Prakṛti, using them suitably is called as science.
[Veda Viṣaya Vicāra, Ṛgved- ĀdiBhāṣyaBhūmikā, Maharṣi Dayānanda Sarasvatī]It is evident from above that any knowledge that is harmful to anyone in short or long term cannot be termed as Vidyā (knowledge) or Vijñāna (science).
Prakāśita Kaṇa (illuminated particles)
Such particles which are self-illuminated are Prakāśita Kaṇa. E.g. Photons and other field particles etc.
Aprakāśita Kaṇa (unlighted particles)
Such particles which have very low self-illumination. E.g. Electrons, protons, quarks etc.
Padārtha or Tattva (material or substance)
‘Padārtha or Tattva’ is that which exists in reality. According to Maharṣi Kaṇāda, any form of physical material, its properties, actions, reactions, composition etc. are all ‘Padārtha’. Consciousness entities, Mana, Kāla, Diśā and their properties and actions too are all Padārtha i.e. everything that exists in this world is termed as ‘Padārtha’.