The Vedas are among the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism and form the foundation of the ancient Vedic religious tradition. The Vedas include four distinct works which are, the Rig Veda, Sama Veda, Yajur Veda, and Atharva Veda. They contain hymns, prayers, rituals, chants, and spiritual teachings addressing the relationship between humanity, nature, and the Divine. Their ideas influenced many later Hindu scriptures and philosophical traditions.