Early Translations:
* Henry Thomas Colebrooke (1765-1837): A British Orientalist who translated portions of the Rig Veda and other Sanskrit texts.
* William Jones (1746-1794): A British jurist and scholar who played a significant role in the study of Sanskrit and contributed to early translations of the Vedas.
Major Contributors:
* Ralph T.H. Griffith (1826-1905): A British Sanskritist who published a complete translation of the Rig Veda in 1896.
* Max Müller (1823-1900): A German philologist who produced a significant translation of the Rig Veda in 1869, focusing on the hymns' structure and context.
* Aurobindo Ghose (1872-1950): An Indian philosopher and nationalist who wrote a translation of the Upanishads (part of the Vedas).
Modern Translations:
* Wendy Doniger: An American scholar known for her translation and interpretation of the Upanishads and other Vedic texts.
* Stephen Phillips: An American scholar who has translated various Vedic texts, including the Bhagavad Gita.
Note: Many other scholars and translators have contributed to understanding and translating the Vedas. The list above highlights some of the most influential figures.
It's important to understand that the translation of the Vedas is a complex and ongoing process. Different scholars bring their own perspectives and interpretations, leading to multiple translations with varying degrees of accuracy and literary style.