Hinduism

Hinduism Sects: What is Hare Krishna?

March 31, 2010 Hinduism

Many people know of Hare Krishna as a chant that schoolchildren use to frighten each other on dark, stormy nights. But Hare Krishna, though often misunderstood, has its roots in peace and goodness. Founded in 1965 in San Francisco and New York, Hare Krishna adheres to many beliefs of Hinduism. The central practices of Hare [...]

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The Cow: Hinduism’s Sacred Animal

January 25, 2010 Hinduism

Respect for the life of everyone, including the life of animals, has long been a central theme in Hinduism. Though some Hindus might have eaten the meat of the cow in ancient times, today the cow is revered as a sacred animal. Mahatma Gandhi once wrote, “If someone were to ask me what the most [...]

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Major Holidays in Hinduism

November 18, 2009 Events

Those who follow the Hindu religion have several days that are considered holy, and several days of celebration with friends and family. A few of the more popular observed days are listed here. Depending upon where in the world a Hindu lives, there might be more holidays for celebration. Diwali. The festival of lights takes [...]

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How it Began: A Hindu Creation Story

August 12, 2009 Hinduism

There are many creation stories in the Hindu religion that focus on creation and the beginning of the earth. This is one of the most popular and beloved ones: Before time, there was nothing. There was no heaven, no earth, and nothing else. There was only a vast ocean of nothingness, so large as to [...]

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What are the Basic Tenants of Hinduism?

May 20, 2009 Hinduism

Describing the basic tenants of Hinduism is a loaded question, since there are so many branches of belief. In fact, there is no truly unified system of beliefs. Rather, Hinduism is a way of life, not simply a religion to be followed. Hinduism is full of moral ideals. These include non-violence, friendship, charity, acceptance of [...]

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