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Hinduism
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Hinduism
This paper explores the religion of Hinduism and its beliefs.
802 words (approx. 3.2 pages) |
3 sources |
MLA | 2007
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The paper relates that Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world and has about 900 million followers. The paper describes how, in addition to being a religion, Hinduism is also a social practice that is entrenched in India where nearly 80% of the population is Hindu. This religion differs from many other organized religions because it lacks a uniting belief system. The paper explores what beliefs unite the Hindu religion, what cultural and societal influences contribute to its importance in the world today and how the desire for liberation from earthly existence can be explained.From the Paper:
"Hinduism began over 3000 years ago near the Indus River in present day Pakistan. People who practice Hindu believe that there is a universal God called Brahman who appears in the human soul as Atman. This Brahman "has no form, and is eternal" (www.bbc.co.uk/print/religions/hinduism/intro.shtml). Hindus believe that Brahman created the universe and is the preserver of everything. There are also other gods who are worshipped along with Brahman. Some sects of Hindu worship these gods differently. Vishnu is considered the preserver and protector of the universe. He has appeared in different forms such as Krishna and Buddha. The god Shiva is the third part of the Hindu Trinity. He represents destruction which is not an entirely negative force because it is a force for recreation (BBC)."Sample of Sources Used:
- Ganguli, S.K.M. Emancipation: From the Mahabharata. Understanding Hinduism. Retrieved February 20, 2006 from the World Wide Web: http://www.hinduism.co.za/emancipa.htm
- Hinduism. Retrieved February 20, 2006 from the World Wide Web: http://www.bbc.co.uk/print//religion/religions/hinduism/intro.shtml
- Robinson, B.A. (2005). Hinduism: A general introduction. Retrieved February 20, 2006 from the World Wide Web: http://www.religioustolerance.org/hinduism2.htm
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"Hinduism" 09 February 2012. Web. 11 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Term-Paper-Hinduism/91617>
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