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The Atharvaveda includes spells, charms, and incantations. It is significant for showing a more folk-tradition side of the Vedic religion and includes practical wisdom and early medical practices.

The Samaveda is a collection of melodies and chants. Its significance lies in its role in laying the foundation for Indian music, and it is primarily used for liturgical purposes.

The Upanishads are philosophical texts that form the theoretical basis for Hinduism. They mark a transition from ritualistic to philosophical thinking and are key to understanding Hindu concepts like 'Brahman' and 'Atman'.

The Rigveda is the oldest of the Vedic texts, consisting of hymns dedicated to various deities. It is historically significant as it lays the foundation for Vedic religion and later Hindu practices.

The Yajurveda contains prose mantras and sacrificial rituals. It is historically significant for illustrating the complex rituals of Vedic religion and its influence on Hindu ritual practice.