Samhita [2025]

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The tradition of "Samhitas" extends into various specialized fields: samhita

In Sanskrit, (IAST: Saṃhitā ) literally means "put together," "joined," or "union". It refers to any methodically arranged collection of texts or verses, but most famously represents the most ancient layer of the Vedas , consisting of mantras, hymns, and prayers. The Four Vedic Samhitas : The pioneering work on surgery, describing over

: The most authoritative text on internal medicine ( Kayachikitsa ), emphasizing diagnosis, diet, and hygiene. The Four Vedic Samhitas : The most authoritative

: The oldest and largest, containing 1,028 hymns (suktas) dedicated to deities like Agni and Indra.

: A ritual guide for priests, divided into the "Shukla" (White) and "Krishna" (Black) recensions.

Beyond the Vedas, the term "Samhita" is used for the core texts of Ayurveda , known as the (The Great Triad):