Ved

Ved is a term with several distinct meanings, depending on language and context. In Hinduism and Indian philosophy, veda means knowledge. The Vedas are the oldest surviving sacred scriptures of Hinduism, traditionally regarded as revealed and organized into four collections: Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda, and Atharvaveda. They form the foundation of Vedic literature and cover hymns, rituals, philosophy, and guidance for priestly practice.

In Scandinavian languages such as Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish, ved means "wood" or "firewood" and is used in everyday speech to refer to fuel for heating or cooking. It appears in compound words and phrases concerning timber, construction, and energy.

As a given name in parts of India and among the Indian diaspora, Ved is used as a masculine personal name. It is often derived from the Sanskrit root for knowledge and may signify wisdom or learning.

As an acronym, VED has multiple meanings across different fields, ranging from government programs to technical terms. Its specific meaning is determined by the context in which it appears. See also Veda and Vedanta for related terms.