Influence On Hinduism
Sramana gave rise to several elements which were subsequently adopted by several Indian religions. The concept of the cycle of birth and death, the concept of samsara, the concept of liberation and yoga are ultimately from Sramana. The Hindu ashrama system of life was an attempt to institutionalize Shramana ideals within the Brahmanical social structure. The Shramana movement also influenced the Aranyakas and Upanishads in the Brahmanical tradition.
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