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Rigveda, the oldest of the sacred books of Hinduism, composed in an ancient form of Sanskrit about 1500 bce, in what is now the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. It consists of a collection of 1,028 poems grouped into 10 “circles” (mandalas).13 Aug 2024
The Rigveda or Rig Veda is an ancient Indian collection of Vedic Sanskrit hymns. It is one of the four sacred canonical Hindu texts known as the Vedas. The time period of Rigveda is 1500-1000 BCE
The Rigveda, one of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism, is a collection of hymns composed in Sanskrit around 1500–1200 BCE. It is part of the larger body of texts known as the Vedas. The Rigveda consists of 1,028 hymns (sukta) dedicated to various deities, including Agni (the fire god), Indra (the king of gods), and Varuna (the cosmic order).
These hymns are primarily composed in verse and serve various purposes, including rituals, praises, and philosophical reflections. The Rigveda provides insights into the early Indo-Aryan society, their beliefs, practices, and the natural world, making it a crucial text for understanding ancient Indian culture and spirituality. Its influence extends beyond religion, impacting literature, philosophy, and social structures in subsequent Indian history.