vedic religion
nounUK /ˈveɪdɪk rɪˈlɪdʒən/
US /ˈveɪdɪk rɪˈlɪdʒən/
Vedic religion is the old set of beliefs and rituals from ancient India that later grew into Hinduism.
The hymns of the Rigveda are an important part of Vedic religion.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The historical religious practices of the Indo-Aryan peoples described in the Vedas.
Scholars study Vedic religion to understand early Indian society.
3. The ritual and sacrificial system centered on fire offerings performed by priests.
Fire sacrifice was central to Vedic religion.
4. The early phase of Hinduism before the rise of temple worship and the major deities.
Vedic religion focused on gods like Indra and Agni.