अनुबन्धानां प्रयोजनानाम् अध्ययनम्
Learn the usage of Anubandhas in Vyakarana
In Vyakarana Shastra, Anubandha (also called as It) plays a vital role in the structure and functioning of Sanskrit grammar. Defined by the foundational sutra उपदेशेऽजनुनासिक इत् (Ashtadhyayi 1.3.2) and its related sutra-s, these Anubandha-s appear across a wide range of pratyaya-s (suffixes), dhatu-s (verbal roots), and even some pratipadika-s (nominal bases). Though not retained in the final word form, these Anubandha-s are essential for application of rules such as affecting idaagama, etc. Due to the vast range of their usage, many learners find it challenging to develop a comprehensive understanding of their role. In this course, Vid. Vaishnava Simha will briefly outline the types of Anubandha-s and their varied usages.
About the Course
What will you gain from this course? (Key Benefits / Learning Outcomes)
- Clearly understand what are Anubandha-s and their various types
- Understand how to identify Anubandha-s in dhatu-s, suffixes, etc.
- Understand the various applications of Anubandha-s in derivation of words
What are the materials/support you get?
- Expert-Curated Content - Comprehensive and well-structured course content, carefully reviewed by scholars and subject experts to ensure authentic learning
- Live, Interactive Sessions - High-quality learning through live online classes that encourage questions, discussions, and curiosity
- Unlimited Access to Recordings - Missed a class or want to revise? Access all session recordings and course content anytime, at your own pace
- Extensive practice worksheets
What are the prerequisites to get the best out of this course? (Eligibility)
- Students who have studied the foundational concepts of Paninian grammar through texts like Laghukaumudi, Siddhanta Kaumudi, or Kashika Vritti or through "An Entry into the meanings of Ashtadhyayi Sutra-s - Part - 1 (First Chapter)". Link to the course - https://www.sanskritfromhome.org/course-details/entry-to-ashtadhyayi-sutra-meaning-48737
- Students currently pursuing Pre-University or undergraduate studies in Vyakarana Shastra. The course will be especially beneficial for them, as it builds on their foundational learning and provides deeper grammatical insights in a compact format
What is the effort required to complete this course?
This is a 1- credit course, with a total expected student effort of 30 - 35 hours.
Effort Breakup
- Lectures - 7 hours
- Tutorials - 3 hours
- Self-Study - 10 hours
- Worksheets - 10 hours
- Assessments - 5 hours
1 Credit - 30 hours (approx.) of learner-effort comprising all learning activities which is inclusive of attending live sessions, listening to the recorded class material and completing the assessments prescribed for the course.
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“काणादं पाणिनीयं च सर्वशास्त्रोपकारकम्”
(Tarka and Vyakarana are helpful for the study of all shastra-s)
This popular saying highlights the importance of studying Paninian grammar. A basic knowledge of Paninian grammar is essential for any student who wishes to study Sanskrit literature or shastra-s.
Among the many contributions of Maharshi Panini, the Ashtadhyayi stands out as a foundational text in the Sanskrit grammatical tradition. To simplify the derivation of words, Maharshi Panini introduced several techniques - one of the most significant being the definition and functional use of Anubandha-s. Anubandha-s are technical markers that, though not retained in the final word form, serve critical functions in the derivational process. They help perform tasks such as blocking Guna or Vriddhi, enabling Idaagama, affecting the application of Stri-pratyaya-s, and more.
This course offers a brief introduction to different types of Anubandha-s like aadit, kit, and others, along with selected examples of how they are used in word derivation. Rather than following a single Vyakarana text, the course draws from concepts scattered across various sections of these texts.