In which one of the following, the germs of the Bhagavata cult are to ...
D is the correct option.The Evolution of Vaishnavism: The first step in the evolution of Vaishnavism was the identification of Vasudeva Krishna with the Vedic deity Vishnu. This was accomplished by the time Bhagavad Gita was composed, and thenceforth the Vasudeva cult or Bhagavata religion also came to be known as Vaishnava dharma.
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In which one of the following, the germs of the Bhagavata cult are to ...
The germs of the Bhagavata cult cannot be found in any of the given options (a) Epics, (b) Upanishads, (c) Puranas.
Explanation:
Bhagavata cult is a religious sect in Hinduism that follows the teachings of the Bhagavata Purana. The Bhagavata Purana is one of the 18 Mahapuranas and is considered to be a sacred text in Hinduism. The Bhagavata Purana contains stories and teachings about Lord Vishnu and his various incarnations, and also includes discussions on karma, dharma, and yoga.
Heading: Epics
The epics, Ramayana and Mahabharata, are also considered to be sacred texts in Hinduism. However, the Bhagavata cult is not directly associated with these epics. Although the Ramayana and Mahabharata do contain stories about Lord Vishnu and his incarnations, they are not the main focus of these texts.
Heading: Upanishads
The Upanishads are a collection of philosophical texts in Hinduism that discuss the nature of reality and the self. While some of the Upanishads do mention Lord Vishnu, they are not associated with the Bhagavata cult.
Heading: Puranas
The Puranas are a collection of 18 texts in Hinduism that contain stories and teachings about the gods and goddesses. Among these, the Bhagavata Purana is the most important text for the Bhagavata cult. However, the other Puranas do not necessarily promote the same teachings as the Bhagavata Purana.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the germs of the Bhagavata cult cannot be found in any of the given options. The Bhagavata cult is directly associated with the Bhagavata Purana, which is a separate text from the epics, Upanishads, and other Puranas.