sama-veda

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sama-veda

The priest chants from the sama-veda during the ceremony.

Definition

Proper noun A sacred text of Hinduism, being one of the four Vedas. It is a collection of melodies (sāmans) and chants, primarily consisting of verses from the Rigveda set to music for ritual chanting during sacrifices.

Examples of Usage
  • The Sama-Veda is essential for the Udgatar priest, who sings its hymns during Soma sacrifices.
  • Scholars study the musical notations and meters preserved in the Sama-Veda.
  • The verses of the Sama-Veda are almost entirely derived from the Rigveda.
Advanced Usage
  • The Sama-Veda Samhita: Refers specifically to the compiled text of the hymns and chants.
  • Udgitha: A term for the chanting of Sama-Veda hymns, considered the essence of the text.
Variants and Related Words
  • Samaveda: An alternative transliteration spelling.
  • Samavedin: A scholar or priest specialized in the Sama-Veda.
  • Veda: The larger category of ancient sacred scriptures to which the Sama-Veda belongs.
Synonyms
  • Saman (refers specifically to the melodic chant forms within the text)
  • Chant Veda (descriptive synonym)
Related Terms and Concepts
  • Rigveda: The primary Veda from which most Sama-Veda verses are taken.
  • Yajurveda: The Veda containing prose mantras for rituals.
  • Atharvaveda: The Veda containing spells, charms, and philosophical hymns.
  • Udgatar: The Vedic priest whose role is to chant the Sama-Veda.
sama-veda

The priest chants from the sama-veda during the ceremony.

Noun
  1. a collection of mantras and tunes for use with the Rig-Veda

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