Devoid of didactics it is professed by examples and persuasion.
Progenitor of all major religions in India it has a mass following in India and some Asian countries.
The pluralistic traditions are confusing but Hinduism is a monotheistic religion with belief in one God. The core belief lies in one God who manifests on Earth in varied forms as Avatars. The holy trinity concept of creator, destroyer and preserver is central belief of Hinduism - Brahma, Visnhu and Mahesh. The manifestations of Gods and Goddess in many forms as celestial entities are revered for their deeds and often based on an objective. Good rules over evil and hence the fruits of your deeds – Karma. |
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The Hindu religion easily accommodates diverse thoughts, beliefs, and traditions. Hence relegates radical influences and intolerance amongst its followers. Being accommodative and open without any core principles of religious practices it is difficult to define. The very nature has given rise to diverse thoughts and beliefs within the confines of Vedic thoughts and practices. In absence of unified code, plethora of traditions and multiple school of thought compounded by mind boggling religious practice. This has made it a very complex religion to fathom. It is more of an umbrella that entertains diversity based on Vedic influences. |
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Nevertheless in modern India it promotes peace and tranquility and oneness with God. The freedom of expression has spurred an evolutionary process and accommodated diversity. The belief in Karma that influences reincarnation is central to all Hindus.
The religious texts revolve around philosophy, mythology and theology. The main holy books are Ramayana and Bhagwat Gita - the song of the Lord as it manifests in epic Mahabharata. The Vedic texts, root of Hinduism are hardly read but the traditions are subconsciously ingrained in way of life of every Hindu.
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In Hindu religious practice, spirituality is subtly ingrained. Holy chants, bhakti tradition, yoga and meditation lead to self discovery and define existence. The end result is inner peace and realization of cosmic reality and escape from perplexing materialistic World. A religious pilgrimage is not only for absolving one’s sins it is confluence of duty and spirituality as well. |
Hindus pray in a temple devoted to avatars that manifested on Earth in zoomorphic forms or as Gods and Godess. The sacred rites and rituals in temples as in homes are based on Vedic tradition of offerings and prayers simultaneously. |
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