Hinduism recognizes three main sectarian branches of Āgamas, each focused on a different supreme deity: What is the difference between the Agamas and the Vedas?
Technical manuals for temple construction, image-making (sculpting deities), and the consecration of idols. 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 image-making (sculpting deities)
A complete Āgama is traditionally divided into four "padas" (parts), covering the full spectrum of a spiritual life: ДЃgama - an introduction