Literature (Rigveda)

The Rigveda is one of the oldest known sacred texts, originating in ancient India around 1500 BCE. It is a collection of hymns and prayers dedicated to various deities, reflecting the spiritual and cultural beliefs of early Indo-Aryan society. The text comprises over a thousand hymns, focusing on nature, ritual practices, and the cosmos. The Rigveda is foundational to Hinduism, influencing religious thought and practices. Its language, Vedic Sanskrit, is an important precursor to classical Sanskrit. The text is not just a religious document; it also provides insights into the early social and philosophical ideas of its time.