Дѓgama - An Introduction -

Rules for daily worship, personal ethics, and the observance of religious festivals. 2. Major Branches in Hinduism

A complete Āgama is traditionally divided into four "padas" (parts), covering the full spectrum of a spiritual life: ДЃgama - an introduction

While the Vedas are often viewed as the "breath" of the Divine (general and eternal), the Āgamas are considered the "words" of the Divine (specific and practical). 1. The Structure of Āgamic Knowledge Rules for daily worship, personal ethics, and the