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ONE OF THE OLDEST LITERARY SOURCES IN THE WORLD — THE VEDAS

The ‘Vedas’, with a particular focus on the ‘Rigveda’, hold an esteemed place in ancient literature.

Introduction To The Vedas

The Vedas consist of four primary texts — the Rigveda,Samaveda,Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda.

Among these, the Rigveda stands as the oldest, having been composed around 3500 years ago.

Contents Of The Rigveda

The Rigveda encompasses over a thousand hymns, referred to as sukta or “well-said”. These hymns predominantly praise various deities. The three paramount gods in the Rigveda are:

1.Agni: The god of fire.

2.Indra: Recognised as a warrior god.

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