The tenth book of the Rig-Veda contains a creation hymn (10.129) as follows:
“Nor being was there nor non-being;
there was no atmosphere and no sky beyond.
What covered all, and where, by what protected ?
Was there a fathomless abyss of the waters?”
“Neither death was there nor immortality ;
there was not the sheen of night nor light [...]
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Creations in the Eyes of Vedas
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The Vedic hymns date back to pre-1500 B.C., though this is certainly not a clear idea as to the age of these teachings. Buddha made an appearance 2,500 years ago, and in Buddha’s teaching are mention of the teachings of the Vedas.
Many of the verses can be interpreted to have meaning today. In [...]