Shaunaka Samhita

Introduction The Shaunaka Samhita is a key text associated with the Atharva Veda, one of the four Vedas that constitute the foundation of ancient Indian spiritual and philosophical literature. The Atharva Veda is distinct from the other three Vedas (Rigveda, Yajurveda, and Samaveda) in its focus on everyday life, healing, and magic, alongside spiritual and … Read more

Paippalada Samhita

Introduction The Paippalada Samhita is one of the two major recensions of the Atharva Veda, an ancient Indian scripture. The Atharva Veda is one of the four Vedas, which are the foundational texts of Hinduism. Unlike the other Vedas, which primarily focus on rituals and hymns for deities, the Atharva Veda encompasses a broader spectrum … Read more