Rig-Veda-Sanhita: A Collection Of Ancient Hindu Hymns, Constituting The Second Ashtaka, Or Book, Of The Rig Veda (1854) is a book written by Horace Hayman Wilson. The book is a collection of ancient Hindu hymns that constitute the second Ashtaka or book of the Rig Veda. The Rig Veda is one of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism and consists of a collection of hymns that were composed over a period of several centuries. The second Ashtaka of the Rig Veda contains hymns that are dedicated to various gods and goddesses, including Indra, Agni, and Soma. The book provides a detailed translation of the hymns, along with notes and commentary on their meaning and significance. It is an important resource for scholars of Hinduism and anyone interested in the ancient history and culture of India.The Oldest Authority For The Religious And Social Institutions Of The Hindus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.