Vedangas are the texts that explain the linguistic meanings of the Vedas. They are Siksha(phonetics), Vyakaran(grammer), chandas (meter), Niruktam (etymology), Jyotisham (Astronomy) and Kalpam(Ritual Practices).

Upavedas denote the subjects that are technical in character. There are five upavedas namely- Artha, Dhanur (Archery, Military science), Sthapatya (architecture and mechanics), Gandharva (music and sacred dance) and Ayur-veda (medicine). Ayurveda, which deals with health, medicine, is probably the most popular of the upavedas.

The Vedas are without any beginning or end. They have existed as entity of knowledge which is all encompassing. Truth that is common in many religions can be traced to the Vedas. Still now we hark back to the Vedas, which can provide us with truth and peace of soul. These ancient scriptures are no doubt connected with our lives even today. The storehouse of knowledge and wisdom the Vedas are priceless treasures revered by whole universe.

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