Upanishads are ancient Indian texts that contain deep spiritual knowledge and teachings. They are like treasure chests filled with wisdom. Imagine them as special stories that help us understand the meaning of life and our place in the world.

These stories were written a very long time ago by wise sages who wanted to share their insights and experiences. Upanishads talk about important questions like 'Who am I?' and 'What is the purpose of life?' They tell us that we are not just our bodies; we have a soul that is eternal and connected to everything around us.

Upanishads also teach us about the power of meditation and how to connect with our inner self. They explain concepts like karma (the idea that our actions have consequences) and dharma (doing what is right). By reading the Upanishads, we can learn valuable lessons about love, compassion, and the importance of living a good life.

The word 'Upanishad' comes from the root word 'Sad,' which means 'to sit.' It has two prefixes: 'Upa' and 'Ni.' 'Upa' means 'nearness,' and 'Ni' means 'totality.' So, when we put these together, it means 'sitting near(someone) devotedly.

This term describes the act of a student sitting close to their teacher during a lesson or teaching session. It signifies the importance of being attentive and dedicated while learning from a teacher.

There are 108 upanishads which are distributed across 4 holy Vedas. 10 Upanishads are from Rig Veda, 19 Upanishads from Shukla Yajur Veda, 32 from Krishna Yajur Veda, 16 Upanishads from Samaveda and 31 Upanishads from AtharvaVeda.