What is another word for samhita?

Pronunciation: [samhˈiːtə] (IPA)

Samhita is a Sanskrit word meaning "a collection" or "a compendium". It is often used to describe ancient Indian texts that contain hymns, prayers, and rituals. Synonyms for Samhita include "sutra", which refers to a concise and aphoristic statement, and "stotra" which refers to a hymn or ode. Other synonyms include "grantha", which means "book" or "treatise", and "pustaka", meaning "scripture" or "sacred text". In modern times, the word "samhita" can also refer to a compilation of laws, rules, or procedures for a specific field such as medicine, music, or architecture.

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What are the hypernyms for Samhita?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Sanskrit literature, religious texts, vedic texts, Hindu literature, ancient texts.

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