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Dharma & philosophy · Sanskrit
Manusmriti
मनुस्मृतिः · മനുസ്മൃതി
Also known as Laws of Manu, Mānavadharmaśāstra
A foundational Dharmaśāstra on law, duty and social order.
Attributed to Traditionally attributed to Manu.
Period c. 2nd century BCE–3rd century CE
12 Chapters
2,694 verses
Introduction
The Manusmriti is one of the most influential texts of the Dharmaśāstra tradition, covering ritual, law, kingship, marriage and social duties. Its layered composition and later commentary have shaped legal and social debate for centuries.
Contents
Table of contents
Chapters are being prepared
The structure of this scripture has not been published yet. Its shlokas will appear here as they are added.
Source note.
The source edition for this scripture has not been recorded yet.
Translations and explanations are credited to their contributors. Nothing on this page should be treated as a verified critical edition unless the record says so.