Atharvaveda And Ayurveda

The Atharvaveda is one of the four Vedas, the sacred scriptures of ancient Indian culture. It is distinct from the other three Vedas (Rigveda, Samaveda, and Yajurveda) in both its content and purpose. Here are some key points about the Atharvaveda:

1. Content and Structure:
   • The Atharvaveda is composed of hymns, spells, and incantations that address everyday concerns of life, such as health, longevity, success, and protection from evil.
   • It is divided into 20 books (Kāṇḍas), which contain a total of 730 hymns and approximately 6,000 mantras.