Compiler of the Vedas
Understand the monumental task undertaken by Veda Vyasa in organizing the Vedic scriptures.
Dvapara Yuga
Vyasa
Krishna Dvaipayana, Veda Vyasa
Essence of the Avatar
Purpose of Incarnation
To compile and organize the Vedic knowledge, and compose epic scriptures
Symbolic Meaning
- Preservation of Knowledge
- Divine Wisdom
- Teacher of Eternal Truths
Stories, Events & Teachings
Key Events
Divided the single Veda into four parts: Rig, Yajur, Sama, and Atharva
Composed the Mahabharata, the longest epic poem in the world
Embedded the Bhagavad Gita within the Mahabharata
Authored the 18 Mahapuranas and the Brahma Sutras (Vedanta)
Stories & Leelas
Author of Epics and Puranas
Explore Vyasa's role as the author of the Mahabharata, including the Bhagavad Gita, and the major Puranas.
Teachings
Dharma is subtle and its path is complex.
Knowledge must be preserved and shared for the welfare of humanity.
The ultimate reality (Brahman) can be understood through scripture and reason.
Quick Facts
Category: Other
Era: Dvapara Yuga
Place: Island on the Yamuna River
Appearance: Sage with matted hair, calm expression, composing scriptures
Associates: Parashara (father), Satyavati (mother), Ganesha (scribe)
Festivals: Guru Purnima
No specific stotras currently linked to Vyasa.
Scriptural References:
- Mahabharata
- Bhagavata Purana
- Vishnu Purana
- Skanda Purana
- Brahma Sutras