Sanskrit—the oldest language in the world. The Vedas, or India's holy scriptures, are written in Sanskrit; From saṁs (together) and kṛta (made), hence speech made together (refined), Sanskrit is an ancient language of culture, learning and spiritual wisdom. The Vedas are all written in Sanskrit.

Sanskrit-the oldest language in the world. The Vedas, or India's holy scriptures, are written in Sanskrit; From sams (together) and krta (made), hence speech made together (refined), Sanskrit is an ancient language of culture, learning and spiritual wisdom. The Vedas are all written in Sanskrit.
 

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