How To Use Rig-Veda In A Sentence
- The etymology of the name Varuna is doubtful, but the representation of him in the Rig-Veda points to the sky as his original form -- he is a clear example of a sky-god who becomes universal. Introduction to the History of Religions Handbooks on the History of Religions, Volume IV
- Ṛig-vēda true to his early nature, an epic hero and typical warrior; but he has also borrowed from the old Sky-father the chief attributes of a sky-spirit, especially the giving of rain and the making of light, which the priests of the Ṛig-vēda riddlingly describe as setting free the waters and the cows. Hindu Gods And Heroes Studies in the History of the Religion of India
- The composition of hymns of the Rig-Veda was done by Hindu recluses, ascetics, Rishis and Sages rooted in the realities of life inside the society.
- Rig-Veda Samhita is the oldest of the four vedas and consists of 1028 hymns praising the ancient gods.