Hindu Scriptures
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are classified into: Shruti (meaning "heard"), Smriti (meaning "remembered"), and Nyaya (meaning "logic"). These classifications are based on the origin of the Scripture. Shruti scripture is thought of as something which was heard directly from God, while Smriti scripture refers to what was wri ....
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.... eighteen sub-puranas. Agamas - These are rules for the ritual, rites and worship of Gods. There are five of them.
The oldest and most sacred , The Vedas, originated around 1500 B.C. Hindus believe that Vedas are timeless. The word Veda means "knowledge." It is believed that this knowledge came directly from Lord Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead.
There are four Vedas. They are named Rig, Sama, Yajur, and Atharva.
The Vedas consist of prayers to the One Divine and the div ....
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