Sruti

Sruti, dear little one, is like the secret code that only certain people know. It is a special kind of knowledge that is passed down from generation to generation through songs or chants.

You know how you learn your ABCs by singing the song? Similarly, in ancient times, people would sing or chant certain things over and over again to remember them better. These special songs, called mantras or hymns, contain important information about how to live a good and fulfilling life.

The knowledge in these mantras is so important that it is believed to have come directly from the gods themselves! That's why it's considered very sacred and only certain people are allowed to learn and pass it on.

Think of it like a secret handshake between really important people. It's not something just anyone gets to know.

So sruti is basically the important knowledge passed down in these secret song codes. It's a very valuable part of Indian cultural heritage and is still studied and passed down today.