214 TEACHINGS OF QUEEN KUNTI

Vanaprastha—one who has retired from family life; the third order of
Vedic spiritual life.

Vedanta-siitra—the summary of Vedic knowledge compiled by Sri
Vyasadeva in short codes.

Vedas—the original literature, comprising all branches of philosophy,
science, art, and spiritual knowledge, which was first spoken by
Lord Visnu Himself to the creator Brahma.

Vrndavana—Krsna’s personal abode, where He fully manifests His
quality of sweetness.

Y

Yogi—a transcendentalist who, in one way or another, is striving for
union with the Supreme.

Z

Zamindar—a landlord.
