ICSE Class 9 Answered

1. Rig Veda: It is the oldest religious text in the world and is, therefore, known as the ‘first testament of mankind’. It contains 1028 hymns divided into 10 mandalas. It is said to have been composed during the early Vedic period.
2. Yajurveda: It deals with rituals or hymns recited during the performance of the Yajnas. There are 2086 hymns which throw light on the social and religious life of the Aryans.
3. Samaveda: The term ‘sama’ means ‘Sweet Song’ or ‘the melody’. In this Veda, there are 1875 hymns, some of which are borrowed from the Rig Veda. These hymns were meant to be sung at the time of the sacrifice by the priests.
4. Atharvaveda: It has 731 hymns that deal with magic and charm. Most of the hymns are taken from the Rig Veda. Besides the powers of ghosts and spirits, the hymns deal with gyan (knowledge), karma (action) and upasana (invocation). Some hymns also deal with medicines for the treatment of various diseases.

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