by abishek_pdssingh » Sat Sep 04, 2010 7:11 pm
Rig Veda
Rig Veda is the first Veda of the four Vedas. Rig Veda means a Veda of praise. This Veda has several verses (hymns). These hymns praise a number of gods. This Veda is also the oldest Hindu holy book.
Sama Veda
Sama Veda is the third Veda of the four Vedas. Sama Veda means the Veda of sacred songs. This Veda also has many hymns. They were sung by the Hindu priests and other Hindus during religious activities.
Yajur Veda
Yajur Veda is the second Veda of the four Vedas. Yajur Veda means the Veda of the Yajus. Yajus were mantras sung during religious activities. Yajur Veda is divided into two parts. The name of the first part is Black Yajurveda, called Taittiriya. The name of the second part is White Yajurveda, called Vajasaneyi.
Atharva Veda
Atharva Veda is the 4th Veda out of the four Vedas. Atharva Veda means the Veda of knowledge.
All these books are considered by Hindus to be of ultimate knowledge on both types of education: spiritual and mental.
jai gurudev