Devanagari: स्मृति प्रस्थान ISO15919: smr̥ti prasthāna

Examining spiritual facts for validity using the Gita as evidence.

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It refers to the evidence of the Gita, that is, the process of validating a spiritual concept by ensuring that one's understanding aligns with the teachings of the Gita. In Vedantic philosophy, ascertaining the truth requires congruence across three authoritative sources (prasthana trayi). Smriti prasthana is one of these three essential proofs. It ensures that a philosophical conclusion is correct by confirming it is supported by the Gita.

shruti prasthana

smriti prasthana

prasthana trai

pratyaksha pramana

anumana pramana

REFERENCE

Who am I? Who is Mine? Vol. 1 Ch. 2