A Hindu Sage is a spiritual leader in the Hindu religion. The term Rishi (5 letters) is used to refer to a sage or seer who composed hymns and verses found in the Vedas, the oldest scriptures of Hinduism. GURU (4 letters) is another term for a Hindu Sage, and is used to refer to a teacher or spiritual guide. SWAMI (5 letters) is a title given to a Hindu Sage who has taken vows of renunciation and is devoted to spiritual practice. MAHATMA (7 letters) is a title of respect given to a Hindu Sage who is considered to be a great soul.