About the Vedas

The Vedas are the oldest and most sacred Hindu scriptures, composed between 1500 BCE and 500 BCE.

The word "Veda" means "knowledge" or "wisdom" in Sanskrit.

The four main Vedas are the Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda, and Atharvaveda.

The Vedas contain hymns, prayers, rituals, and philosophical discussions.

Key Facts about the Vedas

• The Rigveda is the oldest and most sacred of the four Vedas.
• The Vedas were composed by seers and sages who were inspired by the divine.
• The Vedas contain 1,028 suktas (hymns) and 10,000 mantras.
• The Vedas were passed down orally for generations before being written down.
• The Vedas are considered the foundation of Hinduism and Indian philosophy.

Significance of the Vedas

The Vedas are considered the most authoritative and sacred texts in Hinduism.

The Vedas contain the secrets of the universe and the nature of the divine.

The Vedas are a source of inspiration and guidance for Hindus around the world.