Vedic literature, composed in archaic Sanskrit between , forms the bedrock of ancient Indian philosophy, religion, and culture. Often referred to as Shruti ("that which is heard"), these texts were believed to be divine revelations received by sages ( rishis ) in deep meditation and transmitted orally for centuries before being written down. Core Classifications
Eternal, unquestionable truths comprising the four Vedas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas, and Upanishads. vedic literature
Traditions "remembered" and recorded by humans, including Vedangas, Puranas, and the great epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata. The Four Primary Vedas Each Veda serves a unique spiritual and practical purpose: Vedic literature, composed in archaic Sanskrit between ,
Vedic literature is broadly categorized into two major groups: composed in archaic Sanskrit between