Smruti Sandarbha

This is a comprehensive summary of the Jain text "Smruti Sandarbha," compiled by Nagsharan Sinh and published by Nag Prakashan Delhi. The text is a collection of Dharmashastras, and this particular volume (Saptam Bhag) contains a subject index and a verse index. The provided catalog link indicates this is a part of a larger series exploring Jain religious and legal texts.

The document details the contents of "Smruti Sandarbha" by listing specific chapters and their corresponding sloka (verse) ranges from various significant Dharmashastras, primarily focusing on their subject matter. Here's a breakdown of the key texts and their covered topics as presented in the "Smruti Sandarbha":

Key Dharmashastras and Their Contents Detailed:

1. Manusmriti (मनुस्मृति):

   • Creation and Cosmic Origins (सृष्टियुत्पत्ति वर्णनम्): Describes the origin of the universe, the seven great sages, deities, Yakshas, Rakshasas, Gandharvas, Pishachas, and the different types of birth (viviparous, oviparous, germinating, etc.). It also discusses time and the four varnas (castes) with their duties.
   • Theology of Dharma (धर्मतत्त्वविचारवर्णनम्): Explains the nature of Dharma, emphasizing detachment from Artha (wealth) and Kama (desire) for understanding it. It stresses the importance of the Vedas as evidence for those seeking Dharma.
   • Celibacy (ब्रह्मचर्य वर्णनम्): Details the practices and rules of Brahmacharya, emphasizing conduct appropriate to country and tradition. It outlines the ten Samskaras (rites of passage) for the twice-born, from conception to Upanayana. It also highlights the significance of Sandhya and Gayatri, the methods of Swadhyaya (self-study), and the qualifications of a student.
   • Graduates and Marriage Rituals (स्नातकविवाहकर्म वर्णनम्): Covers the period of study, characteristics of a bride, and the eight types of marriage (Rākṣasa, Āśura, Paiśāca, Gāndharva as undesirable; Brāhma, Daiva, Ārṣa, Prājāpatya as desirable). It discusses cohabitation during the menstrual period and the importance of Panchamahāyajñas for householders.
   • Householder's Life (गृहस्थाश्रम वर्णनम्): Describes the duties and lifestyle of a householder, including rituals like Balivaishvadeva, hospitality (Atithi Satkara), and rules for eating.
   • Forbidden Foods (अभक्ष्य वर्णनम्): Lists things that should not be consumed, the faults of eating meat, and the sin of violence. It mentions the benefit of not eating meat as equivalent to an Ashvamedha (horse sacrifice).
   • Purification (प्रेत-शुधि, द्रव्य-शुद्धि, शरीर-शुद्धि): Details purification rituals after death (Sutaka), purification of objects, and purification of the body.
   • Women's Dharma (स्त्री-धर्म वर्णनम्): Discusses the virtues and duties of women, emphasizing their mastery in household tasks and their importance for religious and familial prosperity.
   • Forest Dwelling (वानप्रस्थाश्रम वर्णनम्): Outlines the rules for Vanaprastha (forest dweller), including dietary guidelines and performing sacrifices with forest produce.
   • Asceticism (संन्यासाश्रम वर्णनम्): Explains the principles and practices of Sannyasa (renunciation).
   • Statecraft and Governance (राज्यशासनधर्म वर्णनम्): Details the conduct of rulers, the necessity of punishment (Danda), the authority of the ruler, their potential flaws, the qualifications of ministers, diplomacy, fortification, warfare, nation-building, economic policies, and taxation.
   • Law and Justice (राज्यधर्म दण्डविधानवर्णनम्): Covers legal procedures, witness testimonies, punishments for false witnesses, and the king's responsibility in administering justice. It also describes the measurement of goods and interest rates.
   • Protection of Women (शक्तिस्वरूपा स्त्रीरक्षाधर्म वर्णनम्): Highlights the divine aspect of women and the duty of men to protect them, emphasizing that the decline of women's power is detrimental to Dharma and progeny.
   • Inheritance (दायभाग वर्णनम्): Discusses inheritance laws, including the division of property and the rights of various types of sons.
   • Prohibited Conduct and Punishments (अनेक दण्ड वर्णनम्): Lists major sins (Mahapatakas) like killing a Brahmin, adultery with a Guru's wife, consuming alcohol, and theft of gold, along with their atonements. It also covers punishments for various offenses.
   • Varna Duties (वर्णानां कर्मविधि वर्णनम्): Explains the duties of each varna and how their combined strength builds the nation. It mentions liberation through one's own work for Shudras.
   • Discrimination of Varna Differences (वर्णानां भेदान्तर विवेक वर्णनम्): Details the distinctions between varnas and the classifications of offspring from mixed-caste marriages (Anuloma and Pratiloma).
   • Atonement (प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Lists various atonement rituals and the benefits of penance. It describes the consequences of actions (Karma) and the impact of the three Gunas (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas) on one's life and rebirth.

2. Naradiya Manusmriti (नारदीय मनुस्मृति):

   • Methods of Legal Dispute Resolution (व्यवहार दर्शन विधिः): Explains the establishment of legal procedures in times of Dharma decline, emphasizing the role of witnesses and documentation. It covers various types of disputes, their causes (desire and anger), and resolution methods, prioritizing Dharma Shastra in case of conflicts with Artha Shastra. It also discusses the formation of juries and the sins associated with manipulating testimony.
   • Loan and Debt (ऋणादानं प्रथमं विवादपदम्): Discusses rules for repayment of loans, including by sons for their fathers. It clarifies that a wife is not responsible for her husband's debts, but rather the recipient of their wealth is. It covers different types of evidence (written, witness, possession) and the description of deposits.
   • Deposits (औपनिधिकं द्वितीयं विवाद पदम्): Details the rules regarding deposits (Nidhi).
   • Partnership (सभ्य समुत्थानं तृतीयं विवाद पदम्): Covers rules for partnerships in commercial activities.
   • Donations and Gifts (वत्ताप्रदानिकं चतुर्थ विवाद पदम्): Discusses rules related to giving and returning gifts, including those given against regulations.
   • Service and Care (अभ्युपेत्याशुश्रूषा पञ्चमं विवाद पदम्): Outlines different types of service, including that rendered to a Guru. It also discusses the types of slaves and methods for their liberation.
   • Wages (वेतनस्यानपाकर्म षष्ठं विवाद पदम्): Addresses disputes related to wages.
   • Unauthorized Sale (अस्वामिविक्रयः सप्तमं विवाद पदम्): Discusses the sale of property without ownership and the rights to found property.
   • Sale and Non-Delivery (विक्रीयासम्प्रदानमष्टमं विवादपदम्): Covers disputes arising from contracts of sale where goods are not delivered.
   • Buyer's Remorse (क्रीत्वानुशयो नवमं विवादपदम्): Details rules for returning purchased goods and the concept of inspection periods for different items.
   • Breach of Contract (समयस्यानपाकर्म दशमं विवादपदम्): Advises caution against hypocrites.
   • Land Disputes (क्षेत्रविवाद एकादश विवादपदम्): Deals with land boundaries, claims, and related disputes.
   • Marriage and Conjugal Rights (स्त्रीपुंसयोगो द्वादशं विवादपदम्): Covers marriage rules, prohibited marriages, widow remarriage, and penalties for adultery and other offenses. It also describes the concept of Varna Sankara.
   • Inheritance and Partition (दायविभागस्त्रयोदशं विवादपदम्): Discusses inheritance rules, including the division of ancestral property and the rights of women and sons.
   • Offenses and Punishments (साहसं चतुर्दशं विवादपदम्): Details various offenses and their punishments, including theft.
   • Verbal and Physical Assault (वाग्दण्डपारुष्यं पञ्चदशं षोडशञ्च विवादपदम्): Covers penalties for verbal abuse and physical assault.
   • Gambling (द्यूतसमाह्वयंसप्तवशं विवादपदम्): Discusses the definition and consequences of gambling.
   • Miscellaneous Disputes (प्रकीर्णकमष्टादशं विवादपदम्): Addresses miscellaneous legal matters, including the king's role in justice and the punishments for various crimes.
   • Ordeals (दिव्य प्रकरणम्): Describes five types of divine ordeals used in legal proceedings.

3. Atri Smriti (अत्रिस्मृति):

   • Self-Purification and Liberation from Sins (आत्मशुद्धिवर्णनम्, सर्वपाप विमुक्तिः, गायत्रीमन्त्र वर्णनम्): Discusses methods of purification, the benefits of Pranayama, Gayatri Mantra chanting, and the importance of Vedic study and righteous giving.
   • Miscellaneous Topics (विविध प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Covers rules for meals, purification rituals related to impurity periods (Sutaka), and the purification of a girl becoming a mother.
   • Atrisamhita (अत्रिसंहिता): Contains guidelines on listening to the Samhita, the consequences of disrespecting a Guru, the duties of scholars, royal responsibilities, purity rules, Brahmin duties, the importance of charity, and atonement practices. It also details purification procedures for various offenses and impurity states.

4. Vishnu Smriti (विष्णु स्मृति):

   • Creation and Cosmic Order (सृष्ट्युत्पत्ति वर्णनम्): Details the creation narrative, the origin of varnas, and their respective duties.
   • Statecraft and Justice (राजधर्म वर्णनम्, राजधर्म विधान दण्डवर्णनम्): Covers royal duties, non-taxation of Brahmins, king's happiness being tied to people's happiness, punishments for major sins, false witnesses, theft, and adultery.
   • Loans and Evidence (ऋणदान वर्णनम्, सलेख साक्षिवर्णनम्, वजितसाक्षि लक्षणवर्णनम्): Discusses loan regulations, types of written and oral evidence, and characteristics of disqualified witnesses.
   • Ordeals (समयक्रियावर्णनम्, घट (तुला) धर्म वर्णनम्, अग्नपरीक्षा वर्णनम्, उदकपरीक्षा वर्णनम्, विषपरीक्षा वर्णनम्, कोषप्रकरण वर्णनम्): Explains various ordeals like oath-taking, weighing on a balance scale, trials by fire, water, poison, and rituals involving sacred water.
   • Sons and Inheritance (द्वादश पुत्र वर्णनम्, जातिवशात् पुत्र भेद वर्णनम्, पुत्राभावे सम्पत्ति विभाग): Lists twelve types of sons, the consequences of mixed-caste offspring, and rules for property division in the absence of sons.
   • Various Rituals and Dharma (निषेकादुपनयनपर्यन्त दश संस्कार वर्णनम्, गुरुकुले वसन् ब्रह्मचारिणां सदाचार वर्णनम्, वेदाध्ययनेऽनध्यायादि वर्णनम्, मातापितृगुरूणां शुश्रूषा विधानवर्ण नम्): Covers Samskaras from conception to Upanayana, conduct of Brahmacharins, periods of study prohibition (Anadhyaya), and service to elders and teachers. It also discusses who are considered enemies, the sins of incest, and the penalties for major sins.

5. Samvart Smriti (सम्ववर्त्तस्मृति):

   • Dharma, Brahmacharya, and Daily Conduct (ब्रह्मचर्य वर्णनमाचारश्च संक्षेपेण धर्म वर्णनम्): Discusses the principles of Dharma, Brahmacharya, impurity periods, the significance of Godan (cow donation), and daily routines. It also covers atonement for various sins, including cow slaughter and incest.

6. Daksha Smriti (दक्ष स्मृति):

   • Ashrama Dharma (आश्रम वर्णनम्): Details the principles of different Ashramas (stages of life).
   • Daily Rites and Householder Duties (ब्राह्ममुहूर्ताद्दिनचर्याकृत्य, गृहस्थाश्रमगुणवर्णनम्, गृहस्थीनां नवकर्मविधानं सुखासाधन धर्म वर्णनम्): Covers daily activities from Brahma Muhurta, Vedic rituals, householder's virtues, and their nine karmas for happiness.
   • Women's Dharma (स्त्रीधर्म वर्णनम्): Discusses the duties and virtues of wives in religious practice.
   • Purification (बाह्याभ्यन्तर शौच वर्णनम्): Explains external and internal purity rules.
   • Impurity Periods (जन्ममरणाशौचं समाधियोग वर्णनम्): Details impurity due to birth and death.
   • Yogic Practices (इन्द्रियनिग्रह अध्यात्मयोग साधन तथा द्वैतानुभवाद्योग): Covers control of senses, Yogic practices, and the experience of non-duality for achieving liberation.

7. Angirasa Smriti (आंगिरस स्मृति):

   • Atonement and Purification (सवप्रायश्चित्त विधानं, जीवहत्या प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, अन्नभक्षणेन भेदान्तर पाप वर्णनम्): Discusses atonement for various sins, including those related to consumption of food from impure sources, unauthorized contact, wearing blue clothes during charity, and impurity of land used for indigo cultivation. It also covers atonement for cow slaughter, purification of women, and sins arising from eating food from various sources.
   • Purity Rules (अन्त्यजानां द्रव्यभाण्डेषु जलपानं, प्रायश्चित्तम्, शुद्धिप्रकरणम्, स्पर्शास्पर्श एवं उच्छिष्ट भोजन का वर्णन): Details rules for drinking water from vessels used by impure castes, the sin of eating contaminated food, atonement for various sins, impurity rules, and the description of touching and eating impure substances.
   • Charity and Its Fruits (दान फल वर्णनम्, श्राद्धफलवर्णनम्): Discusses the fruits of charity, especially giving gold, sesame, and offerings to Brahmins. It also covers the importance of Shraddha and the sins of not performing it.
   • Prohibited Brahmins (निन्द्यब्राह्मण वर्जनवर्णनम्): Lists types of Brahmins to be avoided during Shraddha.
   • General Guidelines (प्रायश्चित्तम्): Includes descriptions of various atonement vows like Santapana, Krichchra, and Chandrayana, and the merits of penance.

8. Shatatapa Smriti (शातातपस्मृति):

   • Consequences of Unperformed Atonement (अकृत प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Discusses the results of not performing atonement, including signs in future lives and punishments in hell.
   • Disease Atonement (कुष्ठ निवारण प्रयोग वर्णनम्): Explains atonement practices for specific diseases like jaundice and leprosy, often linked to sins like killing a Brahmin.
   • Atonement through Sama Veda (सामवेदेन सर्वपाप प्रायश्चित्तम्): Details atonement for cow slaughter through Sama Veda recitation.
   • Punishments for Sins (हन्तक-फलानाशयोपाप वर्णनम्): Covers sins related to murder, sister-slaughter, wife-slaughter, king-slaughter, and killing animals, along with their atonements.
   • Atonement for Miscellaneous Offenses (प्रकीर्ण रोगाणां प्रायश्चित्तम्): Discusses atonement for various diseases contracted from forbidden acts like consuming alcohol or poisoned food, and penalties for speaking abusively or showing partiality in assemblies.
   • Atonement for Family Destroyers and Thieves (कुलध्वंसकस्य, स्तेयस्य च प्रायश्चित्तम्): Details diseases and atonements for those who destroy families or commit theft of various items.
   • Atonement for Incest (अगम्यागमन प्रायश्चित्तम्): Covers atonements for incestuous acts and their consequences.
   • Results of Improper Conduct (अनुचित व्यवहार फलम्): Explains the consequences of improper actions, including premature death and the reasons behind it.

9. Parashara Smriti (पराशर स्मृति):

   • General Guidelines and Dharma in Kali Yuga (धर्मोपदेश तथा उनके लक्षण): Emphasizes Dharma's guidance for humanity in Kali Yuga, highlighting the importance of purity and good conduct. It references Parashara's wisdom in his hermitage and the Rishis' visit to seek guidance on Kali Yuga Dharma. It discusses the decline of virtue, the emphasis on sustenance in Kali Yuga, and the loss of Indra's power.
   • Conduct and Daily Duties (आचार धर्म वर्णनम्): Stresses the importance of good conduct for adherence to Dharma and details daily duties like Sandhya, bathing, chanting, Homa, and hospitality.
   • Impurity Regulations (अशौच व्यवस्था वर्णनम्): Outlines impurity periods for different varnas upon birth or death, with exceptions for children and ascetics.
   • Atonement and Miscellaneous Topics (अनेकविध प्रकरण प्रायश्चित्तम्, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Covers atonement for various sins, the definition of different sons, and ritualistic practices like Agnihotra. It also discusses atonement for killing animals, the significance of Brahmins, and the purification of various substances.

10. Brihat Parashara Smriti (बृहत् पाराशर स्मृति):

    • Varna and Ashrama Dharma in Kali Yuga (वर्णाश्रम धर्म वर्णनम्): Discusses the application of Varna and Ashrama Dharma in Kali Yuga, acknowledging the prevalence of hypocrisy and corruption. It notes the decline in agricultural fertility, the shift in life force sustenance, and the subservience of men to women.
    • Conduct and Rituals (आचार धर्म वर्णनम्, सदाचार नित्य कर्म वर्णनम्): Details Dharma for all varnas, various types of purification baths, and daily rituals like Sandhya, Yajna, and hospitality. It emphasizes the importance of agricultural practices.
    • Om Mantra and Gayatri (ओंकार मन्त्र वर्णनम्, गायत्री मन्त्र पुरश्चरण वर्णनम्, गायत्री मन्त्र वर्णनम्): Explains the significance of the Om mantra, its connection to Gayatri, and the twenty-four syllables of Gayatri representing various principles.
    • Deity Worship and Panchamahayajñas (देवाचंन विधिवर्णनम्, वैश्वदेव विधिवर्णनम्, आतिथ्य विधिवर्णनम्): Covers the worship of deities, including Vishnu, and the performance of Panchamahayajñas and hospitality.
    • Cow Worship (गो महिमा वर्णनम्, समहत्त्व वृषभ पूजन वर्णनम्): Highlights the sanctity of cows, their donation, and the worship of bulls as embodiments of Dharma.
    • Agriculture (कृषि महत्त्व धर्म वर्णनम्): Emphasizes agriculture as a principal Dharma, exempting farmers from sins.
    • Marriage (कन्या विवाह वर्णनम): Describes the eight types of marriage, their characteristics, and factors to consider before marriage.
    • Women's Dharma and Householder's Duties (लक्ष्मीस्वरूपा स्त्री वर्णनम्, गृहस्थधर्म वर्णनम्): Discusses the importance of pleasing women, the necessity of their protection, and the foundational role of women in household rituals.
    • Knowledge and Spirituality (वेदविद्विप्रस्य वर्णनम्, प्राणाग्निहोत्र विधि वर्णनम्): Covers the essence of spiritual knowledge, practices like Pranayama, and the significance of meditation.
    • Festivals and Rituals (भगवतः यात्रोत्सव वर्ण नम्, नानाविध उत्सव विधान वर्णनम्): Details various festivals, their rituals, and the importance of worship. It also covers atonement for major sins and the path to liberation.
    • Royal Dharma (राजधर्म वर्णनम्): Discusses the king's duties in governance, administration, and justice.
    • Vanaprastha and Sannyasa (वानप्रस्थ भिक्षा धर्म वर्णनम्, संन्यासाश्रम वर्णनम्): Outlines the rules for forest dwellers and ascetics, including their daily routines and meditative practices.
    • Ashrama Dharma (चतुर्णामाश्रमाणां भेव वर्णनम्): Describes the different types of individuals within each Ashrama and their respective Dharma.
    • Yogic Practices (योग वर्णनम्): Explains the origin of the body, the role of karma, the description of the Om mantra, and practices like Pranayama, meditation, and the pursuit of liberation.

11. Laghu Harita Smriti (लघु हारीत स्मृति):

    • Varna and Ashrama Dharma (वर्णाश्रम धर्म वर्णनम्, चतुर्वर्णानां धर्म वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचर्याश्रम धर्म वर्णनम्): Covers the Dharma of varnas and Ashramas, emphasizing Vedic study and the duties of Brahmacharins.
    • Householder's Life and Conduct (गृहस्थाश्रम धर्म वर्णनम्): Details householder duties, morning routines, bathing rituals, the significance of offering Arghya to the sun, and the importance of Gayatri mantra chanting.
    • Vanaprastha and Sannyasa Dharma (वानप्रस्थाश्रम धर्म वर्णननम, संन्याश्रम धर्म वर्णनम्): Outlines the rules for Vanaprastha and Sannyasa, emphasizing detachment and devotion.
    • Yoga (योग वर्णनम्): Discusses Yogic practices, including Pranayama, Dharana, and Dhyana, and their role in achieving liberation.

12. Vriddha Harita Smriti (वृद्ध हारीत स्मृति):

    • Vaishnava Dharma and Five Samskaras (पञ्चसंस्कार प्रतिपादनवर्णनम्, वैष्णवानां पुण्ड नाम, मंत्र तथा पञ्जासंस्कार वर्णनम्, भगवन् मंत्र विधान वर्णनम्, प्राप्तकाल भगवत् समाराधन विधि वर्णनम्): Focuses on Vaishnava traditions, including the five Samskaras (marking with symbols), mantra chanting, worship of Vishnu, and daily devotional practices.
    • Royal Dharma (प्राप्तकाल भगवत समाराधनविधौ राजधर्म वर्णनम्): Discusses the king's duties, statecraft, and punishments, largely echoing Yajnavalkya Smriti.
    • Devotional Practices (भगवन्नित्य नैमित्तिक समाराधन विधिवर्णनम्): Details daily and occasional worship of Lord Vishnu, emphasizing devotion and service.
    • Festivals and Tattvas (भगवतः यात्रोत्सव वर्ण नम्, नानाविध उत्सव विधान वर्णनम्): Covers festivals, the significance of different Tattvas, and the principles of spiritual knowledge.
    • Atonement for Sins (महापातादि प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, रहस्य प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Discusses atonement for major and secret sins.

13. Yajnavalkya Smriti (याज्ञवल्क्य स्मृति):

    • Conduct and Samskaras (आचाराध्यायः-उपोद्घात प्रकरण वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि प्रकरण वर्णनम्, विवाह प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Covers the rules of conduct, Samskaras, Brahmacharya rules, and the eight types of marriage.
    • Householder Dharma (गृहस्थधर्म प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Details the duties of a householder, including hospitality, and the universal Dharma of non-violence, truthfulness, and self-control.
    • Student's Dharma (स्नातकधर्म प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Covers the specific duties of a graduate.
    • Forbidden Foods (भक्ष्याभक्ष्य प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Lists forbidden foods and the merits of abstaining from meat.
    • Purification and Charity (द्रव्यशुद्धि प्रकरण वर्णनम्, दानप्रकरण वर्णनम्): Explains purification methods for objects and the importance and methods of charity.
    • Shraddha Rituals (श्राद्धप्रकरण वर्णनम्): Details the rituals and timings for Shraddha.
    • Ameliorating Evil (विनायक-आदि-कल्प प्रकरण वर्णनम्, ग्रहशांति प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Covers rituals for warding off evil influences and planetary pacification.
    • Statecraft and Law (राजधर्म प्रकरण वर्णनम, व्यवहाराध्यायः, सामान्य न्याय प्रकरणम्): Discusses the king's duties, administration, and legal frameworks, including evidence, witness qualifications, and dispute resolution. It also addresses loans, deposits, and the rules of commerce.
    • Ordeals (दिव्य प्रकरणम्): Describes various ordeals.
    • Inheritance (वायविभाग प्रकरणम्): Details rules for the division of property and the rights of sons.
    • Boundary Disputes (सीमा विवाद प्रकरणम्): Covers disputes related to land boundaries.
    • Master-Servant Disputes (स्वामिपाल विवाद प्रकरणम्): Addresses issues between masters and servants.
    • Unauthorized Sale (अस्वामिविक्रय प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Discusses the sale of unauthorized property.
    • Breach of Contract (दत्ताप्रदानिक प्रकरण वर्णनम्, क्रीतानशय प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Covers rules for contracts, gifts, and returns.
    • Wages and Gambling (वेतनदान प्रकरण वर्णनम्, धूतसमाह्वय प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Discusses wage payments and the rules of gambling.
    • Assault and Offenses (वाक्पारुष्य प्रकरण वर्णनम्, साहस प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Covers penalties for verbal and physical offenses and other crimes.
    • Partnership (सम्भूतसमुत्थान प्रकरणम्): Details rules for partnerships.
    • Theft (स्तेय प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Discusses rules related to theft and identification of thieves.
    • Impurity and Atonement (आशौच प्रकरण वर्णनम्, आपद्धर्म प्रकरण वर्णनम्, प्रायश्चित्त प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Covers impurity rules, actions during calamities, and various forms of atonement.
    • Ashrama Duties (वानप्रस्थधर्म प्रकरण वर्णनम्, यतिधर्म प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Outlines the duties of forest dwellers and ascetics.

14. Katyayana Smriti (कात्यायन स्मृति):

    • Sacred Thread and Rituals (यज्ञोपवीतकर्म प्रकरण वर्णनम्, नित्यनैमित्तिक (श्राव) कर्म वर्णनम्, त्रिविध क्रिया वर्णनम्, धावप्रकरण वर्णनम्, श्राद्धप्रकरण वर्णनम्, अनेककर्म वर्णनम्, शमीगर्भाधनेक प्रकरण वर्णनम्, सयज्ञस्त्र वसमिध लक्षण वर्णनम्, सन्ध्याकालाद्दि श्यकर्म वर्णनम्, प्रातःकालिक स्नानादि क्रिया वर्णनम्, सन्ध्योपासना विधिवर्णनम्, तर्पण विधिवर्णनम्, पञ्चमहा यज्ञ विधिवर्णनम्, ब्रह्मयज्ञ विधिवर्णनम्, यज्ञ विधिवर्णनम्, श्राद्ध तिथिविशेषण विधि वर्णनम्, श्राद्ध वर्णनम्, विवाहाग्नि होम विधान वर्णनम्, सकर्तव्यता स्त्री धर्म वर्णनम्, द्वितीयादि स्त्री कृते सति वैदिकाग्नि वर्णनम्, मृतदाहसंस्कार, दाहसंस्कार, विदेशस्थमतपुरुषाणां दाहसंस्कार, सूतके कर्मत्यागः षोडश श्राद्ध विधान, नवयज्ञेन विनानवान्न भोजने प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, नवयज्ञ काल अभिधान, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, प्रायश्चित्त-उपाकर्मणा फलनिरूपण, श्राद्ध वर्णनम्, पश्वाङ्गानां निरूपण): This extensive section covers a wide range of ritualistic and legal topics, including the sacred thread ceremony, daily and occasional rituals, Shraddha, marriage, women's duties, purification after death, atonement for sins, and the significance of various sacrifices.

15. Apastamba Smriti (आपस्तम्ब स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Duties, and Atonement: Focuses on rules related to improper conduct towards cows, purification methods for different situations, atonement for contact with impure individuals, and penance for consuming water from impure sources. It also discusses the definition of Yajna and the qualifications of those who are entitled to perform it.

16. Laghu Shankha Smriti (लघु शंख स्मृति):

    • Rituals and Their Fruits (इष्टापूर्त कर्मणोः फलाभिधान वर्णनम्): Explains the significance of Istapurtakarma (rituals and charitable acts) and their fruits, the sanctity of immersing ashes in the Ganges, and the importance of performing Shraddha. It also details various atonement practices.
    • Shankha Smriti (शङ्ख स्मृति): Covers the distinct duties of each varna, Samskaras from conception to Upanayana, Brahmacharya practices, the eight types of marriage, Panchamahāyajñas, Vanaprastha and Sannyasa Dharma, and Yogic practices like Pranayama and meditation. It also discusses purification methods for various items and atonement for sins.
    • Shankha-Likhita Smriti (शङ्खलिखित स्मृति): Emphasizes the importance of Panchamahayajñas and hospitality, and the negative consequences of societal hypocrisy.

17. Vashishtha Smriti (वसिष्ठ स्मृति):

    • Dharma and its Fruits (धर्मजिज्ञासा धर्माचरणस्य फलधर्म लक्षणम्): Discusses the definition and principles of Dharma, the boundaries of Aryavarta, country-specific and family-specific Dharma, major sins, and their atonements. It also covers desirable marriages and the acceptance of teachings from Brahmins.
    • Varna and Ashrama Duties (ब्राह्मणादीनां प्रधानकर्माणि कृषिधर्म निरूपण): Explains the principal duties of Brahmins and other varnas, the superiority of Gurus, the six duties of Brahmins, and the rules for increasing wealth.
    • Impurity and Purity (अश्रौत्रियादीनां शूद्रसधर्मस्वमाततयिवध वर्णनम्): Addresses the status of Brahmins who haven't studied Vedas, the concept of Atatayi (menace), and purification rituals. It details the timing of impurity and the rules for handling impurities.
    • Rituals and Conduct (मधुपर्कादिषु-पशुहिंसनवर्णनम्, आत्रेयी धर्म वर्णनम्, आचारप्रशंसा, होनाचारस्य निन्दा वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारिधर्म, गृहस्थधर्म, वानप्रस्थधर्म, यतिधर्म, वैश्वदेवातिथिश्राद्धादीनां वर्णनम्, स्नातकवतं, वस्त्रादि धारण विधि, उपाकर्म विधिवेदाध्ययनस्यानध्याय निरूपणम्, चिकित्सकादीनां अन्नभोजने निषेध): Covers various rituals, the conduct of women, the praise of righteous living, duties of Brahmacharins, householders, vanaprasthins, and ascetics, as well as rules for hospitality, Shraddha, and avoiding food from disqualified sources.
    • Sons and Inheritance (दत्तक प्रकरणम्, पुत्रिणां प्रशंसा वर्णनम्): Discusses the rights and significance of adopted sons and the praise of having sons.
    • Law and Justice (व्यवहार विधि): Details the king's council, witness qualifications, punishments, and the importance of Dharma Shastra over Artha Shastra.
    • Varna Discrimination (चाण्डालादि जात्यन्तर निरूपणम्): Classifies various castes and the offspring of mixed-caste marriages.
    • Royal Dharma (राजधर्माभिधान वर्णनम्): Emphasizes the king's duty to protect all varnas and the importance of punishment for offenders.
    • Atonement (प्रायश्चित्त प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Covers atonement for various sins, including Brahmicide and incest.
    • Anuloma-Pratiloma Marriages (अयाज्ययाजनादि प्रायश्चित्त, ब्रह्मचारिणः स्त्रीगमने प्रायश्चित्त): Discusses atonements for marriages against the prescribed order and for Brahmacharins engaging in forbidden acts.
    • Vows and Purification (कृच्छातिकृविधिवर्णनम्, रहस्य प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, साधारण पाप क्षयोपाय विधान): Details various vows like Krichchra and Chandrayana, atonements for secret sins, and methods for eradicating sins through practices like Pranayama and mantra chanting.
    • Vedic Study and Food Purity (वेदाध्ययन प्रशंसा तथा आहार शुद्धिनिरूपण): Highlights the significance of Vedic study and purity of food.
    • Widows' Conduct (स्वयं विप्रतिपन्नादीनां दूषित स्त्रीणां त्यागाभाव कथनम्): Discusses the non-rejection of women who have been violated or abandoned.
    • Charity (दामादीनां फलनिरूपण वर्णनम्): Explains the fruits of various donations.
    • Pranagni Hotra (प्राणाग्निहोत्र विधि): Details the ritual of Pranagni Hotra.

18. Aushanas Smriti (औशनस स्मृति):

    • Brahmacharya and Daily Conduct (ब्रह्मचारिणां क्रमागत कर्तव्य वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि प्रकरण शौचाचार वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि प्रकरणे शौचाचार वर्णनम्): Covers the duties of Brahmacharins, their conduct, and the methods of purification.
    • Shraddha Rituals (श्राद्धप्रकरण वर्णनम्): Details the practices and rules for Shraddha.
    • Impurity Periods (अशौचप्रकरण वर्णनम्): Explains impurity periods related to birth and death.
    • Atonement (प्रायश्चित्त प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Discusses atonement for various sins.

19. Brihaspati Smriti (बृहस्पति स्मृति):

    • Charity and Its Fruits (दान फल महत्व वर्णनम्): Explains the significance of charity, particularly the donation of gold and land, and the merits associated with it.
    • Laghuvyasa Smriti (लघुव्यास स्मृति): Focuses on bathing and Sandhya rituals, emphasizing their importance for purification and spiritual progress.

20. Vyas Smriti (व्यास स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Purity, Rituals, and Varnas (धर्माचरण देशप्रयुक्त-वर्ण-षोडश संस्कार वर्णनम्, विवाह विधि, गृहस्थ धर्म, स्त्री धर्माभिधान आदि, सस्नानादि, तर्पण, पाकयज्ञादि विधि, गृहस्थप्रशंसापूर्वक तीर्थधर्म वर्णनम्): Covers Varna Dharma, Samskaras, marriage, householder's duties, women's Dharma, daily rituals, Shraddha, and the significance of pilgrimages.
    • Art of Living (प्राणाग्निहोत्र विधि वर्णनम्, योगा वर्णनम्, प्रणव ध्यान, ध्यान योग, योगाभ्यास वर्णनम्): Details practices related to Pranayama, Yoga, meditation on Om, and the pursuit of spiritual knowledge for liberation.

21. Devala Smriti (देवल स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Purification (प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Focuses on atonement for sins, particularly for those who have interacted with Mlecchas (foreigners or impure people) or converted their religion, with an emphasis on purification through Ganges bathing. It also covers caste purity, bodily purity, and social purity.
    • Shraddha Rituals (प्रजापति स्मृति): Provides a complete description of the Shraddha ritual, its types, mantras, and importance for the ancestors' well-being.

22. Laghwashvalayana Smriti (लाघवाश्वलायन स्मृति):

    • Dharma and Rituals (आचार प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Highlights the ancient origins of the Smriti and its focus on Dharma and cultural conduct, stating that in earlier times, truthfulness was so prevalent that legal disputes were minimal. It details morning routines, purification, and the significance of Sandhya, Homa, and Vedic study.
    • Various Rites (स्थालीपाक प्रकरणम्, गर्भाधान प्रकरणम्, पुंसवन अवलोभन सीमन्तोन्नयन प्रकरणम्, जातकर्म प्रकरणम्, नामकरण प्रकरणम्, निष्क्रमण प्रकरणम्, अन्नप्राशन प्रकरणम्, चौल (चूड़ाकरण) कर्म प्रकरणम्, उपनयन प्रकरणम्, महानाम्न्यादि व्रत त्रय प्रकरणम्, उपाकर्म प्रकरणम्, उत्सर्जन प्रकरणम्, गोदानादि त्रय प्रकरणम्, विवाह प्रकरणम्, पत्नीकुमार उपवेशन प्रकरणम्, अधिकार नियम प्रकरणम्, नान्दीश्राद्धे पितृ प्रकरणम्, विवाह होमे परिवर्ज्य प्रकरणम्, प्रेतकर्म विधि, लोकनिन्दा प्रकरणम्, वर्णधर्म प्रकरणम्, श्राद्ध प्रकरणम्): This extensive section covers a vast array of rites of passage, including the ritual of Sthali Pakam (offering cooked rice), conception rituals, naming ceremonies, leaving the house for the first time, first feeding, tonsure, Upanayana, initiation into vows, ceremonies after study, donation rituals, marriage, conduct of wives in rituals, ancestral rites, public criticism, and varna duties.

23. Baudhayana Smriti (बौधायन स्मृति):

    • Dharma and its Principles (सशिष्ट धर्म वर्णन): Emphasizes Dharma and downplays Artha, describing ancient Vedic practices. It discusses the authority of Vedas, Smritis, and the decisions of learned assemblies (Parishad). It also covers the purity rules for different castes and the concept of impurity.
    • Brahmacharya and Daily Rites (ब्रह्मचारी धर्म): Details the rules for Brahmacharins, Upanayana timing, conduct, and the significance of Brahma.
    • Graduate's Duties (स्नातकधर्म): Outlines the rules and duties of a graduate.
    • Purification (शुद्धिप्रकरणम्): Discusses purification methods for various situations and the impurity periods associated with death.
    • Yajna Rules (यज्ञाङ्ग विधि निरूणम् तथा मूत्रपुरोषाधु पहत द्रव्याणां शुद्धि वर्णनम्): Details the components of Yajna and the purification of various items used in it.
    • Varna and Sankara (ब्राह्मणादि वर्ण निरूपणम्, शङ्कर जाति निरूपणम्): Explains the varnas and the classification of mixed-caste offspring.
    • Royal Dharma and Punishments (राजधर्म): Covers the king's duties, taxation, and punishments for major sins.
    • Marriage and Atonement (अष्टविवाह प्रकरणम्, अनध्याय काल): Discusses the eight types of marriage and periods of study prohibition.
    • Atonement (प्रायश्चित्त प्रकरणम्): Details atonement for various sins, including Brahmicide, incest, and drinking alcohol.
    • Inheritance and Daily Rituals (दाय विभाग वर्णनम्, सन्ध्यायोपासना विधि वर्णनम्, मध्याह्न स्नान विधि तथा ब्रह्मयज्ञाङ्गतर्पण वर्णनम्, पञ्चमहायज्ञ विधि तथा आश्रमधर्म निरूपणम्, शालीनयायावराणां आत्मयाजिनां प्राणहुति व्याख्यानम्, श्राद्धाङ्गाग्नौकरणाविविधिनिरूपणम्, सत्पुत्र प्रशंसा): Covers inheritance rules, Sandhya rituals, daily purification, Panchamahāyajñas, Ashrama Dharma, Brahmacharya practices, and the merits of having virtuous sons.

24. Gautama Smriti (गौतम स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Conduct, and Samskaras (आचार वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि धर्म वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि प्रकरण वर्णनम्, विवाह प्रकरण वर्णनम्, गृहस्थाश्रम वर्णनम्, आपद्धर्म वर्णनम्, संस्कार वर्णनम्, कर्तव्याकर्तव्य वर्णनम्): Details rules of conduct, Brahmacharya, marriage, householder duties, actions during calamities, Samskaras, and duties of a graduate.
    • Varna Duties (वर्णानां वृत्ति वर्णनम्): Explains the livelihoods of different varnas.
    • Royal Dharma and Punishments (राजधर्म वर्णनम्, विविध पाप करणे दण्ड विधान वर्णनम्): Covers royal duties and punishments for various sins.
    • Evidence and Impurity (साक्षीणां विधा वर्णनम्, आशौच वर्णनम्): Discusses witness qualifications and impurity periods.
    • Shraddha and Anadhyayana (श्राव विवेक वर्णनम्, अनध्याय वर्णनम्): Covers Shraddha rules and periods of study prohibition.
    • Forbidden Foods (भक्ष्याभक्ष्य प्रकरणम्): Lists forbidden foods.
    • Incest and Atonement (स्त्रीषु ऋतुकाले सहवास प्रकरणम्, प्रतिषिद्ध सेवन प्रायश्चित्त मीमांसा वर्णनम्): Details rules for conjugal relations and atonement for forbidden acts.
    • Karma and Atonement (विविध पापानां कर्मविपाक वर्णनम्, सर्वपातकेषु शान्ति वर्णनम्, निषिद्ध कर्मणां जन्मान्तरे विपाक वर्णनम्, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Explains the fruits of karma, pacification rituals for sins, consequences of forbidden acts in future lives, and various atonements.

25. Vriddha Gautama Smriti (वृद्ध गौतम स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Vishnu Worship, and Charity (धर्मोपदेश तथा भगवत स्वरूप वर्णनम्, धर्म प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, दान प्रकरण वर्णनम्, विप्राणां गुण दोष वर्णनम्, जीवस्य शुभाशुभ कर्म वर्णनम्, सर्वदान फल वर्णनम्, वृषदान महत्त्व वर्णनम्, पञ्चमहायज्ञ वर्णनम्, स्नान विधि पर प्रश्न): This text focuses on Vaishnava Dharma, describing the nature of God, the importance of Dharma, charity, the characteristics of Brahmins, the fruits of actions, and the significance of various donations. It also covers Panchamahāyajñas and bathing rituals.

26. Yama Smriti (यम स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Purification (प्रायश्चित्त): Details atonement and purification for all four varnas.

27. Laghu Yama Smriti (लघुयम स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Rituals (नानाविध प्रायश्चित्त): Discusses various atonements and rituals like building ponds and wells.

28. Vriddha Yama Smriti (वृहद्यम स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Chandrayana Vow (नानाविध प्रायश्चित्त, चान्द्रायण विधि, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Covers various atonements, Chandrayana vows, and general atonement procedures, including exceptions for children.

29. Pulastya Smriti (पुलस्त्य स्मृति):

    • Dharma and Shraddha (वर्णाश्रम धर्म, श्राद्ध कर्म पूर्णाङ्ग विधि): Discusses Varna and Ashrama Dharma and provides a detailed account of the Shraddha ritual, its necessity, and its benefits.

30. Aruna Smriti (अरुण स्मृति):

    • Receiving Gifts (प्रतिग्रह): Discusses the act of receiving gifts, particularly for Brahmins, and the consequences of accepting from unworthy sources.

31. Budha Smriti (बुध स्मृति):

    • Varna Dharma (चातुर्वर्ण्य धर्म): Briefly outlines the Dharma of the four varnas.

32. Vriddha Vashishtha Smriti (वशिष्ठ स्मृति (२)):

    • Varna Ashrama Duties, Vaishnava Dharma, and Rituals (वर्णामाणां नित्यमित्तिक कर्म, वैष्णवानां पुण्ड नाम, मंत्र तथा पञ्च संस्कार वर्णनम्, वैष्णवानां निष्क्रमण अन्नप्राशन संस्कार वर्णनम्, गृहस्थ धर्म, स्त्री धर्म, नित्य नैमित्तिक विधि, विष्णुस्थापन विधि): Details Varna Ashrama Dharma, Vaishnava practices (Samskaras, mantras, worship), householder duties, women's Dharma, daily rituals, and deity installation.

33. Vriddha Yogi Yajnavalkya Smriti (बृहद्योगीयाज्ञवल्क्य स्मृति):

    • Yogic Practices and Spiritual Knowledge (मन्त्र योग निर्णयम्, ओंकार निर्णयम्, व्याहृति निर्णयम्, गायत्री निर्णयम्, ओंकार गायत्री न्यास, सन्ध्योपासना निर्णयम्, स्नान विधि, प्राणायाम, ध्यान विधि, अन्न महत्त्व वर्णनम्, अध्यात्म वर्णनम्, सूर्योपस्थान की विधि): Explains various Yogic practices, the significance of Om and Gayatri mantras, Sandhya rituals, bathing, Pranayama, meditation, the importance of food, and spiritual realization.

34. Brahmaokta Yajnavalkya Smriti (ब्रह्मोक्तयाज्ञवल्क्य स्मृति):

    • Vedic Branches, Daily Rituals, and Shraddha (चतुर्वेदानां शाखा, नित्य नैमित्तिक कर्म, नैमित्तिक वाढ विधि, श्राद्ध वर्णनम्): Details the branches of the four Vedas, daily and occasional rituals, and various types of Shraddha.
    • Tila Donation and Purification (दान विधि, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Covers the significance of Tila donation and atonement for sins.

35. Kashyapa Smriti (काश्यप स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Purification (प्रायश्चित्त): Discusses atonement for various sins, including killing animals, the consequences of unrighteous actions, and purification rituals.

36. Vyaghrapada Smriti (व्याघ्रपाद स्मृति):

    • Significance of Smriti, Dharma, and Rituals (स्मृति महत्त्व): Highlights the importance of Smriti, Varna Dharma, and rituals like Shraddha, explaining the merits of charity and the proper conduct during these practices.

37. Kapila Smriti (कपिल स्मृति):

    • Vedic Discussions and Rituals (कपिल-शौनक-सम्वाद, वैदिक कर्मणाम् भाव कथनम्, वेदमन्त्रणाम् व्यत्यासेन उच्चारण दोष कथनम्, श्राद्ध प्रकरण, उपनयन संस्कार, ब्राह्मण भोजन निर्णय, विप्र महत्त्व, दत्तक प्रकरण, दान प्रकरण, दौहित्र प्रधानता, भूमिदान प्रकरण, वर्जित स्त्रीणां श्राद्धपाक वर्णनम्, विधवा स्त्रीणां कृत्य वर्णनम्, सधवा एवं विधवा स्त्रीणां विवेचन, पुत्र महत्त्व, निर्दोष पुत्र योग्यता, दण्डनीय जन व्यवहार, दण्ड विधान वर्णनम्, विप्र महिमा वर्णनम्, नानाविध वानप्रकरणम्, दुष्कर्मणां प्रायश्चित्त): This comprehensive text covers a wide range of topics from Vedic discussions and rituals to specific laws regarding sons, charity, women's conduct, punishments, and atonement for sins.

38. Vadhula Smriti (वाधूल स्मृति):

    • Daily Rituals and Conduct (नित्य कर्म विधि वर्णनम्): Details daily rituals from Brahma Muhurta, including purification, bathing, Sandhya, Arghya, and mantra chanting, emphasizing the significance of these practices for purity and spiritual growth. It also discusses the rules for householders, including their interactions with family and the proper use of materials.
    • Householder Dharma (गृहस्थ धर्म): Outlines the duties of householders, emphasizing marital fidelity and the importance of pleasing one's wife.
    • Atonement and Charity (होम विधि वर्णनम्, पुत्रार्थ पुरुष सूक्त विधान वर्णनम्, शान्ति विधि वर्णनम्, रुद्र पूजा विधि वर्णनम्, राजधर्म वर्णनम्, वानप्रस्थ भिक्षा धर्म वर्णनम्, संन्यासाश्रम वर्णनम्, चतुर्णामाश्रमाणां भेद वर्णनम्, योग वर्णनम्, प्रणव ध्यान, ध्यान योग, योगाभ्यास वर्णनम्): Covers rituals like Homa, specific Vedic practices for progeny, peace-making rituals, deity worship, royal Dharma, duties of Vanaprastha and Sannyasa, the distinctions between Ashramas, and Yogic practices.

39. Vishwamitra Smriti (विश्वामित्र स्मृति):

    • Daily Rituals (नित्य नैमित्तिक कर्मणां वर्णनम्, आचमन विधि, मार्जनम्, पञ्च आचमन विधि, प्राणायाम विधि, सार्घ्यदान गायत्री माहात्म्य वर्णनम्, द्वि विधि जपलक्षणम्, कराङ्ग न्यास वर्णनम्, मुद्रा विधि वर्णनम्, उपस्थान विधि, देव यज्ञादि विधान, वैश्वदेव काल निर्णय, पञ्च सूना अपनुत्यर्थ वैश्वदेव, वैश्वदेव माहात्म्य): Focuses on daily rituals, purification, Pranayama, Sandhya, deity worship, and the importance of Gayatri mantra.

40. Lohita Smriti (लोहित स्मृति):

    • Marriage Rituals and Agnihotra (विवाहाग्नि स्मातकर्म विधान वर्णनम्, अनेकाग्नि संसर्ग, ज्येष्ठ पत्नीनांतर सुतानां ज्येष्ठकनिष्ठ विचार): Discusses the significance of the marital fire, its use in rituals, the hierarchy of wives, and the rights of children.
    • Adoption and Inheritance (अपुत्राया दत्त विधान वर्णनम्, पुत्रत्वस्याधिकारिता वर्णनम्): Covers adoption procedures, the rights of adopted sons, and the preference for Dohitra (daughter's son) in certain situations.
    • Unauthorized Acquisition and Punishments (परधनापहारकाणां दण्ड विधान वर्णनम्): Details punishments for acquiring wealth through unauthorized means.
    • Consequences of Adultery and Sinful Acts (धर्मफल वर्णनम्, दुष्कर्मणां प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, कलियुग निषेध कर्म): Discusses the outcomes of Dharma, atonement for sins, and prohibited actions in Kali Yuga.
    • Purification and Prohibited Foods (शुद्धि वर्णनम्, अभक्ष्य वर्णनम्): Explains purification methods and lists forbidden foods.

41. Narayan Smriti (नारायण स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Sins, and Atonement (नारायण दुर्वाससोः सम्वाद, बुद्धिकृताभ्यास कृतापापानां प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, नानाविध दुष्कृति निस्तार उपाय वर्णनम्, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, दुष्प्रतिग्रहादि प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, सहस्र कलशाभिषेकः, कलौ नौयात्राद्यष्ट कर्मणां निषेधः, अष्ट निषिद्ध कर्मणां प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, धनहीनाय प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Focuses on the dialogue between Narayan and Durvasa, discussing major sins, their atonements, purification methods, prohibited acts in Kali Yuga, and atonements for the poor.

42. Shandilya Smriti (शाण्डिल्य स्मृति):

    • Conduct, Purity, and Worship (आचार वर्णनम्, द्विविधा देहशुद्धि वर्णनम्, ज्ञान कर्मभ्यां हरिरेवोपास्य इति वर्णनम्, सात्विक राजसतामस गुणानां वर्णनम्, देश शुद्धि, भगवत् पूजन विधि वर्णनम्): Details rules of conduct, bodily purification, the supremacy of devotion to Hari, the three Gunas, purity of place, and methods of worship.
    • Teacher-Disciple Relationship and Daily Rites (पराविद्या प्राप्त्यर्थं अधिकारि गुरु शिष्य वर्णनम्, प्रातः कृत्य वर्णनम्, उपादान विधि वर्णनम्, इज्याचार वर्णनम्, रात्रावन्त्ययामे योग कृत्य वर्णनम्): Covers the relationship between teacher and disciple, daily rituals, use of materials in worship, devotional practices, and Yogic methods for spiritual attainment.

43. Kanva Smriti (कण्व स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Rituals, and Brahmacharya (धर्म सार, धर्म कर्तव्य, नित्य नैमित्तिक कर्म, प्रातः शौच क्रिया, सन्ध्या, गायत्री जप, उपाकर्म, श्राद्ध कर्म, पञ्च महायज्ञ, मधुपर्क विधान, वैश्वदेव, काशी मुक्ति, वेद अध्ययन): Covers the essence of Dharma, daily and occasional rituals, Brahmacharya, Shraddha, Panchamahāyajñas, and the significance of Kashi. It also discusses the importance of Vedic study and the concept of Brahma, its practice, and the path to liberation.

44. Dalbhya Smriti (दाल्भ्य स्मृति):

    • Shraddha Rituals and Impurity (षोडश श्राद्ध वर्णनम्, शस्त्रहतकानां श्राद्ध वर्णनम्, अशौच निर्णय वर्णनम्): Details the sixteen types of Shraddha, rites for those who died by weapons, and impurity rules. It also covers atonement for cow slaughter and the purity of various substances.

45. Angirasa Smriti (पूर्व आङ्गिरस स्मृति, उत्तर आङ्गिरसम्):

    • Atonement and Purification (सव प्रायश्चित्त विधानम्, जीवहत्या प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, अन्नभक्षणेन भेदान्तर पाप वर्णनम्, अन्त्यजानां द्रव्यभाण्डेषु जलपानं, प्रायश्चित्तम्): Discusses atonement for various sins, including violence, eating forbidden food, and impurity from contact with certain castes.
    • Shraddha and Purity (श्राद्धापकानन्तरमाशौचे निर्णय, शिखा निर्णय वर्णनम्, त्रिप्रायक श्राद्ध वर्णनम्, लाजहोम, आशौच में नित्य नैमित्तिक कर्म का वर्जन, अति अन्याय, अतिद्रोह, अति क्रूरता, वेद महिमा, स्नान का प्राधान्य, अस्पृश्य स्पर्शनादि, वमन प्रायश्चित्त, पुनर्विवाह प्रायश्चित्त): Covers Shraddha rituals, impurity rules, the significance of the Shikha (tuft of hair), atonement for various sins, the importance of bathing, and purification methods for touching the impure. It also details atonements for incestuous marriages.
    • Parishad and Atonement (परिषद उपस्थापन लक्षणम्, प्रायश्चित्त विधानम्, परिषद् लक्षण, प्रायश्चित्त नियन्तार कथनम्, प्रायश्चित्ताचार कथनम्, पाप परिगणनम्, शूद्रान्न प्रतिग्रह प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, अभक्ष्य भक्षण प्रायश्चित्त कथनम्, हिंसा प्रायश्चित्त कथनम्, गोवध प्रायश्चित्त कथनम्): Discusses assemblies (Parishad), their decisions, atonement procedures, classification of sins, atonement for eating food from Shudras, forbidden foods, violence, and cow slaughter.

46. Bhardwaj Smriti (भारद्वाज स्मृति):

    • Daily Rituals and Purification (सन्ध्यादि प्रमुख कर्म विषय, दिग्भेद ज्ञान वर्णनम्, विण्मत्रोत्सर्जन विधिवर्णनम, आचमन विधि वर्णनम्, दन्तधावन विधिवर्णनम्, त्रिकाल संध्या विधान कथनम्, गायत्री जप विधि कथनम्, जपमाला विधान कथनम्, जपे निषिद्ध कर्म वर्णनम्, गायत्र्याः साधन क्रम वर्णनम्, गायत्र्या मन्त्रार्थकथनम्, गायत्र्याः पूजा विधान कथनम्, गायत्री ध्यान वर्णनम्, गायत्री मूल ध्यान वर्णनम्, पूजा फल सिद्धि द्रव्य गन्ध लक्षण वर्णनम्, यज्ञोपवीत विधि वर्णनम्, यज्ञोपवीत धारण विधि वर्णनम्, यज्ञोपवीत मन्त्रस्य ऋषि छन्द आदीनां वर्णनम्, सप्रयोजन कुश लक्षण वर्णनम्, व्याहृति कल्प वर्णनम्): Covers daily rituals, purification, Sandhya, Gayatri mantra, Japa, and their merits. It also details the significance of Kusha grass, and the merits of the Vyahrutis.

47. Markandeya Smriti (मार्कण्डेय स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Rituals, and Atonement (वर्णाश्रम धर्म वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि धर्म वर्णनम्, प्रायश्चित्त प्रकरणम्, अवकीणि ब्रह्मचारि प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, एकविंशति यज्ञ वर्णनम्, गृहस्थ प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, द्विमुखोदक पात्र प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, वेद प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, संस्कृत भाषा मौन विधि वर्णनम्, वेदातिरिक्त मुक्ति साधन निन्दा वर्णनम्, वेदाध्ययन वर्जितस्य पुन वेधाधिकार वर्णनम्, संस्काराणां वर्णनम्, स्वकार्य अनुकूल पक्षी गमन सम्पादन वर्णनम्, गमने निषिद्धानां आगमे यात्रा निषेध वर्णनम्, वेदाध्ययने नियमोल्लङ्घन प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, मृत्तिका ग्रहण मन्त्र वर्णनम्, देवर्षि पितृ तर्पण विधि वर्णनम्, गौण मुख्य स्नान भेद वर्णनम्, होम पद निर्वचन वर्णनम्, गायत्री मन्त्र वर्णनम्, प्राणायाम विधि वर्णनम्, सन्ध्या दिनचर्या स्वार्थ ज्ञानमेव प्रशस्तम् इति वर्णनम्, महोत्सवेषु समग्र धन धान्य प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, परिषदि श्रोत्रियस्यैवाधिकार वर्णनम्, सर्वपापोत्तारणे ब्राह्मणानामेव वचन प्रमाण वर्णनम्, शूद्रान्न प्रतिग्रहीतृ प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, स्वर्ण कार रथकारादि पौरोहित्य निषेध वर्णनम्, प्रेतान्न भोक्तृ निन्दा वर्णनम्, वैश्वदेव समये समागतानामनिराकरण वर्णनम्, वेद त्याग निन्दा वर्णनम्, सर्वधर्म शास्त्र प्रणार्थन कताणामेक वाक्य तालक्ष्य वर्णनम्, वेदानां बहुमार्गत्व वर्णनम्, नाना सूत्र ग्रन्थ स्मृती नामवतरणम्, भारद्वाज सूत्र नाना वेदशाखाणां वर्णनम्, नाना सूत्राणां शाखा भेद वर्णनम्, आहिताग्नि विषय वर्णनम्, नाना संस्काराणां वर्णनम्, उपनयन काल कृतानां पृथ क्षर कर्म भाव वर्णनम्, बालानां सव्य व्यवहार वर्णनम्, बाल ताड़न निषेध वर्णनम्, गायत्री स्वरूप वर्णनम्, मध्याह्न काल कर्म वर्णनम्, ब्राह्मण महिमा वर्णनम्, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, दान प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, दानस्यापात्राणि सेष्टपूर्त वर्णनम्, दान क्रियाद्यधिकार वर्णनम्, दान फल वर्णनम्, दाने देय द्रव्य वर्णनम्, स्वर्ग सुखाधिकारिणां जनानां लक्षण वर्णनम्, गया श्राद्ध वर्णनम्, प्रायश्चित्त प्रतिनिधि वर्णनम्, महादानानां वर्णनम्, शिखरदान वर्णनम्): This extensive collection covers a vast array of topics, from Varna Ashrama Dharma and Brahmacharya to detailed descriptions of rituals like Shraddha, Homa, Sandhya, and the significance of various donations. It also touches upon statecraft, law, atonement for sins, and the importance of Vedic knowledge.

48. Laugarshi Smriti (लौगाक्षि स्मृति):

    • Rituals and Dharma (लौगाक्षि विषयक धर्मशास्त्र प्रबन्धा वतारः, जातकर्म विधि व्यवस्था वर्णनम्, नामकरण विधि वर्णनम्, वेद प्रतिपाद्य विधेः कर्तव्य फल ज्ञापनत्व वर्णनम्, सर्व द्विजातीनां वेद विहित उपनयन काल अवधिनिरूपणम्, उपनयन समये कृत्य विधि वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि भिक्षा प्रकरणम्, उपनयन अवधिसमुल्लङ्घितस्य फला नर्हत्व वर्णनम्, उत्सर्ग उपाकर्म विधि वर्णनम्, दशानुवाकानां वर्णनम्, नाना अनुवाकानां ऋषि वर्णनम्, अनाश्रमीनैव तिष्ठेद इति वर्णनम्, वंशाभिवृद्ध्यर्थ वरणीय कन्या लक्षण वर्णनम्, कन्यादान वर्णनम्, साप्तपदी नव वर्णनम्, गंगा सागर संगमादि तीर्थ फल कथनम्, क्रूरतर दोष निवारण प्रतिकार वर्णनम्, स्त्री पुरुष कृत महापाप प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्, उत्तम ब्राह्मण कर्मणां सद्यः फल प्राप्ति वर्णनम्, अन्वारम्भणे ब्रह्मणे दक्षिणा दान वर्णनम्, औपासनारम्भः, यज्ञ प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, निरत्यौपासन विधि वर्णनम्, नैमित्तिकस्य नित्य कर्मणो वैशिष्ट्य कथनम्, नाना शास्त्राणां वर्णनम्, कलियुग धर्मानुसार धर्माणां विधि निषेध वर्णनम्, बाह्यान्तर शौच निरूपणम्, दन्तधावन विधि वर्णनम्, स्नान विधि वर्णनम्, सन्ध्या विधि वर्णनम्, सन्ध्यादि प्रकरणेऽदि वर्णनम्, गायत्री प्रशस्ति वर्णनम्, गायत्री जपारम्भ काले चतुर्विंशति मुद्रा वर्णनम्, गायत्र्या आवाहन वर्णनम्, त्रिकाल सन्ध्या वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मयज्ञ प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, देव पितृ तर्पण विधान वर्णनम्, भीष्म तर्पण वर्णनम्, ॐ नमो नारायण मंत्र महत्त्व वर्णनम्, पीठ पूजा विधान वर्णनम्): This text focuses on ritualistic and devotional aspects, covering Samskaras, Vedic study, Brahmacharya, marriage, Shraddha, and the importance of various prayers and mantras.

49. Narad Smriti (नारद स्मृति): (Although not explicitly listed as a separate main entry, its contents are detailed within the context of other Smritis, especially concerning legal matters and disputes.)

50. Katyayana Smriti: (Already summarized under the detailed section above, appearing multiple times in the index).

51. Apastamba Smriti: (Already summarized under the detailed section above).

52. Laghu Shankha Smriti: (Already summarized under the detailed section above).

53. Shankha Smriti: (Already summarized under the detailed section above).

54. Likhita Smriti (लिखित स्मृति):

    • Rituals and Their Significance (इष्टापूर्त कर्मवृषोत्सर्ग गया पिण्डदान षोडश श्राद्धानां वर्णनम्): Covers Istapurtakarma, Gaya Shraddha, and sixteen types of Shraddha, along with rules for impurity.

55. Shankha-Likhita Smriti (शङ्खलिखित स्मृति):

    • Panchamahāyajñas and Social Conduct (वैश्वदेव मकृत्व वमुञानस्य काकयोनिवर्णनम्): Emphasizes the importance of Panchamahāyajñas and hospitality, and discusses the negative consequences of societal hypocrisy.

56. Vashishtha Smriti (वसिष्ठ स्मृति): (Already summarized under the detailed section above).

57. Aushanas Samhita and Smriti (औशनस संहिता, औशनस स्मृति):

    • Brahmacharya, Daily Rites, and Shraddha (ब्रह्मचारिणां क्रमागत कर्तव्य वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि प्रकरण शौचाचार वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि प्रकरणे शौचाचार वर्णनम्, श्राद्धप्रकरण वर्णनम्): Focuses on Brahmacharya duties, purification, and Shraddha rituals.

58. Brihaspati Smriti (बृहस्पति स्मृति):

    • Charity and Its Fruits (दान फल महत्व वर्णनम्): Highlights the importance and fruits of charity, particularly gold and land donation.

59. Laghu Vyas Smriti (लघुव्यास स्मृति):

    • Daily Rituals (स्नान तथा सन्ध्या विधि): Covers bathing and Sandhya rituals.

60. Vyas Smriti (व्यास स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Varna, Samskaras, Marriage, and Householder Duties (धर्माचरण देशप्रयुक्त-वर्ण-षोडश संस्कार वर्णनम्, विवाह विधि, गृहस्थ धर्म, स्त्री धर्माभिधान आदि, सस्नानावि, तर्पण, पाकयज्ञादि विधि, गृहस्थ प्रशंसा पूर्वक तीर्थ धर्म वर्णनम्): Encompasses Varna Dharma, Samskaras, marriage, householder's duties, women's Dharma, daily rituals, Shraddha, and the significance of pilgrimages.

61. Devala Smriti (देवल स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Purification (प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Focuses on atonement for sins, especially those involving contact with Mlecchas and religious conversion, with an emphasis on purification.
    • Shraddha Rituals (प्रजापति स्मृति): Provides a comprehensive description of Shraddha rituals.

62. Laghwashvalayana Smriti (लाघवाश्वलायन स्मृति):

    • Dharma and Rituals (आचार प्रकरण वर्णनम्): Focuses on Dharma and cultural conduct, discussing purification, Sandhya, Homa, and Vedic study.
    • Various Rites (स्थालीपाक प्रकरणम्, गर्भाधान प्रकरणम्, पुंसवन अवलोभन सीमन्तोन्नयन प्रकरणम्, जातकर्म प्रकरणम्, नामकरण प्रकरणम्, निष्क्रमण प्रकरणम्, अन्नप्राशन प्रकरणम्, चौल (चूड़ाकरण) कर्म प्रकरणम्, उपनयन प्रकरणम्, महानाम्न्यादि व्रत त्रय प्रकरणम्, उपाकर्म प्रकरणम्, उत्सर्जन प्रकरणम्, गोदानादि त्रय प्रकरणम्, विवाह प्रकरणम्, पत्नीकुमार उपवेशन प्रकरणम्, अधिकार नियम प्रकरणम्, नान्दीश्राद्धे पितृ प्रकरणम्, विवाह होमे परिवर्ज्य प्रकरणम्, प्रेतकर्म विधि, लोकनिन्दा प्रकरणम्, वर्णधर्म प्रकरणम्, श्राद्ध प्रकरणम्): Covers a wide range of Samskaras, rituals, and rules related to Shraddha, impurity, and conduct.

63. Baudhayana Smriti (बौधायन स्मृति):

    • Dharma and its Principles (सशिष्ट धर्म वर्णन): Emphasizes Dharma, Vedic practices, and the authority of learned assemblies.
    • Brahmacharya and Daily Rites (ब्रह्मचारी धर्म): Details Brahmacharya rules and Upanayana timing.
    • Graduate's Duties (स्नातकधर्म): Outlines the duties of a graduate.
    • Purification (शुद्धिप्रकरणम्): Discusses purification rules for various situations.
    • Yajna Rules (यज्ञाङ्ग विधि निरूणम् तथा मूत्रपुरोषाधु पहत द्रव्याणां शुद्धि वर्णनम्): Covers Yajna components and purification of items.
    • Varna and Sankara (ब्राह्मणादि वर्ण निरूपणम्, शङ्कर जाति निरूपणम्): Explains varnas and mixed-caste offspring.
    • Royal Dharma and Punishments (राजधर्म): Details the king's duties and punishments.
    • Marriage and Atonement (अष्टविवाह प्रकरणम्, अनध्याय काल): Covers marriage types and study prohibition periods.
    • Atonement (प्रायश्चित्त प्रकरणम्): Lists atonements for various sins.
    • Inheritance and Daily Rituals (दाय विभाग वर्णनम्, सन्ध्यायोपासना विधि वर्णनम्, मध्याह्न स्नान विधि तथा ब्रह्मयज्ञाङ्गतर्पण वर्णनम्, पञ्चमहायज्ञ विधि तथा आश्रमधर्म निरूपणम्, शालीनयायावराणां आत्मयाजिनां प्राणहुति व्याख्यानम्, श्राद्धाङ्गाग्नौकरणाविविधिनिरूपणम्, सत्पुत्र प्रशंसा): Covers inheritance, Sandhya, purification, Panchamahāyajñas, Ashrama Dharma, Brahmacharya, and the merits of virtuous sons.

64. Gautama Smriti (गौतम स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Conduct, and Samskaras (आचार वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि धर्म वर्णनम्, ब्रह्मचारि प्रकरण वर्णनम्, विवाह प्रकरण वर्णनम्, गृहस्थाश्रम वर्णनम्, आपद्धर्म वर्णनम्, संस्कार वर्णनम्, कर्तव्याकर्तव्य वर्णनम्): Details conduct, Brahmacharya, marriage, householder duties, calamities, Samskaras, and duties.
    • Varna Duties (वर्णानां वृत्ति वर्णनम्): Explains livelihoods of different varnas.
    • Royal Dharma and Punishments (राजधर्म वर्णनम्, विविध पाप करणे दण्ड विधान वर्णनम्): Covers king's duties and punishments for sins.
    • Evidence and Impurity (साक्षीणां विधा वर्णनम्, आशौच वर्णनम्): Discusses witnesses and impurity periods.
    • Shraddha and Anadhyayana (श्राव विवेक वर्णनम्, अनध्याय वर्णनम्): Covers Shraddha rules and study prohibitions.
    • Forbidden Foods (भक्ष्याभक्ष्य प्रकरणम्): Lists forbidden foods.
    • Incest and Atonement (स्त्रीषु ऋतुकाले सहवास प्रकरणम्, प्रतिषिद्ध सेवन प्रायश्चित्त मीमांसा वर्णनम्): Discusses marital relations and atonements for forbidden acts.
    • Karma and Atonement (विविध पापानां कर्मविपाक वर्णनम्, सर्वपातकेषु शान्ति वर्णनम्, निषिद्ध कर्मणां जन्मान्तरे विपाक वर्णनम्, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Explains karma, pacification, consequences of forbidden acts, and atonements.

65. Vriddha Gautama Smriti (वृद्धगौतम स्मृति):

    • Dharma, Vishnu Worship, and Charity (धर्मोपदेश तथा भगवत स्वरूप वर्णनम्, धर्म प्रशंसा वर्णनम्, दान प्रकरण वर्णनम्, विप्राणां गुण दोष वर्णनम्, जीवस्य शुभाशुभ कर्म वर्णनम्, सर्वदान फल वर्णनम्, वृषदान महत्त्व वर्णनम्, पञ्चमहायज्ञ वर्णनम्, स्नान विधि पर प्रश्न): Focuses on Vaishnava Dharma, God's nature, Dharma, charity, Brahmin characteristics, karma fruits, donations, Panchamahāyajñas, and bathing rituals.

66. Yama Smriti (यम स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Purification (प्रायश्चित्त): Details atonement and purification for all four varnas.

67. Laghu Yama Smriti (लघुयम स्मृति):

    • Various Atonements (नानाविध प्रायश्चित्त): Discusses various atonements and rituals.

68. Vriddha Yama Smriti (वृहद्यम स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Chandrayana Vow (नानाविध प्रायश्चित्त, चान्द्रायण विधि, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Covers atonements, Chandrayana, and purification.

69. Pulastya Smriti (पुलस्त्य स्मृति):

    • Dharma and Shraddha (वर्णाश्रम धर्म, श्राद्ध कर्म पूर्णाङ्ग विधि): Discusses Varna Ashrama Dharma and the complete Shraddha ritual.

70. Aruna Smriti (अरुण स्मृति):

    • Receiving Gifts (प्रतिग्रह): Discusses accepting gifts, especially for Brahmins.

71. Budha Smriti (बुध स्मृति):

    • Varna Dharma (चातुर्वर्ण्य धर्म): Briefly outlines the Dharma of the four varnas.

72. Vriddha Vashishtha Smriti (वसिष्ठ स्मृति (२)):

    • Dharma, Vaishnava Dharma, and Rituals (वर्णामाणां नित्यमित्तिक कर्म, वैष्णवानां पुण्ड नाम, मंत्र तथा पञ्च संस्कार वर्णनम्, वैष्णवानां निष्क्रमण अन्नप्राशन संस्कार वर्णनम्, गृहस्थ धर्म, स्त्री धर्म, नित्य नैमित्तिक विधि, विष्णुस्थापन विधि): Covers Varna Ashrama Dharma, Vaishnava practices, householder duties, women's Dharma, daily rituals, and deity installation.

73. Vriddha Yogi Yajnavalkya Smriti (बृहद्योगीयाज्ञवल्क्य स्मृति):

    • Yogic Practices and Spirituality (मन्त्र योग निर्णयम्, ओंकार निर्णयम्, व्याहृति निर्णयम्, गायत्री निर्णयम्, ओंकार गायत्री न्यास, सन्ध्योपासना निर्णयम्, स्नान विधि, प्राणायाम, ध्यान विधि, अन्न महत्त्व वर्णनम्, अध्यात्म वर्णनम्, सूर्योपस्थान की विधि): Explains Yogic practices, mantras, Sandhya, bathing, Pranayama, meditation, and spiritual knowledge.

74. Brahmaokta Yajnavalkya Smriti (ब्रह्मोक्तयाज्ञवल्क्य स्मृति):

    • Vedas, Daily Rituals, and Shraddha (चतुर्वेदानां शाखा, नित्य नैमित्तिक कर्म, नैमित्तिक वाढ विधि, श्राद्ध वर्णनम्): Details Vedic branches, daily rituals, and Shraddha.
    • Charity and Atonement (दान विधि, प्रायश्चित्त वर्णनम्): Discusses charity and atonement.

75. Kashyapa Smriti (काश्यप स्मृति):

    • Atonement and Purification (प्रायश्चित्त): Covers atonement for sins, especially violence and impure interactions.

76. Vyaghrapada Smriti (व्याघ्रपाद स्मृति):

    • Significance of Smriti, Dharma, and Rituals (स्मृति महत्त्व): Emphasizes Smriti, Varna Dharma, and rituals like Shraddha and charity.

77. Kapila Smriti (कपिल स्मृति):

    • Vedic Discussions, Rituals, and Law (कपिल-शौनक-सम्वाद, वैदिक कर्मणाम् भाव कथनम्, वेदमन्त्रणाम् व्यत्यासेन उच्चारण दोष कथनम्, श्राद्ध प्रकरण, उपनयन संस्कार, ब्राह्मण भोजन निर्णय, विप्र महत्त्व, दत्तक प्रकरण, दान प्रकरण, दौहित्र प्रधानता, भूमिदान प्रकरण, वर्जित स्त्रीणां श्राद्धपाक वर्णनम्, विधवा स्त्रीणां कृत्य वर्णनम्, सधवा एवं विधवा स्त्रीणां विवेचन, पुत्र महत्त्व, निर्दोष पुत्र योग्यता, दण्डनीय जन व्यवहार, दण्ड विधान वर्णनम्, विप्र महिमा वर्णनम्, नानाविध वानप्रकरणम्, दुष्कर्मणां प्रायश्चित्त): Covers a broad spectrum of topics including Vedic discussions, Samskaras, inheritance, charity, women's duties, punishments, and atonement.

78. Vadhula Smriti (वाधूल स्मृति):

    • Daily Rituals and Conduct (नित्य कर्म विधि वर्णनम्): Details daily rituals, purification, Sandhya, and Brahmacharya.
    • Householder Dharma (गृहस्थ धर्म): Outlines householder duties and marital fidelity.
    • Rituals, Atonement, and Charity (होम विधि वर्णनम्, पुत्रार्थ पुरुष सूक्त विधान वर्णनम्, शान्ति विधि वर्णनम्, रुद्र पूजा विधि वर्णनम्, राजधर्म वर्णनम्, वानप्रस्थ भिक्षा धर्म वर्णनम्, संन्यासाश्रम वर्णनम्, चतुर्णामाश्रमाणां भेद वर्णनम्, योग वर्णनम्, प्रणव ध्यान, ध्यान योग, योगाभ्यास वर्णनम्): Covers Homa, Vedic practices for progeny, peace rituals, deity worship, royal Dharma, duties of ascetics, Ashrama distinctions, and Yogic practices.

The "Smruti Sandarbha" serves as a valuable compilation, offering a structured overview of the vast legal and ritualistic knowledge contained within various Dharmashastras, making it an essential resource for understanding Jain traditions and their scriptural foundations.