Hinduism has texts.
Hinduism . Hindu texts are classified into Shruti ( `` heard '' ) and Smriti ( `` remembered '' ) . These texts discuss theology , philosophy , mythology , Vedic yajna , Yoga , agamic rituals , and temple building , among other topics . Major scriptures include the Vedas and Upanishads , the Bhagavad Gita , and the Agamas . Ishvara . In ancient texts of Indian philosophy , depending on the context , Ishvara can mean supreme soul , ruler , lord , king , queen or husband . In medieval era Hindu texts , depending on the school of Hinduism , Ishvara means God , Supreme Being , personal god , or special Self .