pühakirju

Pühakirju refers to sacred texts within various religious traditions. These texts are considered divinely inspired or of utmost spiritual importance and serve as the foundation for beliefs, practices, and moral codes. The specific texts considered pühakirju vary greatly depending on the religion. For example, in Christianity, the Bible, comprising the Old and New Testaments, is central. In Islam, the Quran is the primary sacred scripture, believed to be the literal word of God revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Judaism's pühakirju include the Torah, the Nevi'im (Prophets), and the Ketuvim (Writings), collectively known as the Tanakh. Hinduism recognizes a vast body of scriptures, including the Vedas, Upanishads, Puranas, and the Bhagavad Gita. Buddhism's sacred texts are often referred to as the Tripitaka or Pali Canon, though various Buddhist traditions have their own extensive collections of scriptures. These texts are typically used for worship, study, meditation, and guidance in daily life. They often contain narratives, prophecies, laws, teachings, and devotional poetry. The interpretation and authority of pühakirju are subjects of ongoing discussion and scholarship within religious communities.