The Veda is a sacred Hindu text, composed in Sanskrit and consisting of four collections of hymns, prayers, and liturgical material. It is considered to be the most important religious text of Hinduism, and is believed to have been composed by ancient sages. The Veda is divided into four parts, known as the Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda, and Atharvaveda. Each part contains hymns, prayers, and other liturgical material, and is used in various rituals and ceremonies.