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shakha

JKP Literature

13 Mar 2026
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Shakha (शाखा, śākhā) literally means "branch."

In the context of Vedic literature, it refers to a specific concept.



Further Reading and Reference

  • Related Concepts: Upanishad
  • Reference: Who am I? Who is Mine? Vol. 1, Ch. 2

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