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Yajurveda

Yajurveda: The Ancient Vedic Scripture

Yajurveda, also known as the Veda of sacrifice, is one of the four Vedas, ancient Hindu scriptures that form the basis of Hinduism.

  • Yajurveda is composed of 1028 suktas (hymns) and 5,216 mantras (sacred sounds).
  • The Yajurveda contains rituals and sacrifices to be performed by priests and kings.
  • The text is divided into two main sections: the Samhita and the Brahmana.
  • The Samhita contains the original hymns and rituals, while the Brahmana provides explanations and interpretations.

Yajurveda is considered one of the most sacred and authoritative texts in Hinduism, and its teachings are still widely followed today.

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