Hinduism is an Nepali and Indian religion or dharma, a religious and universal order or way of life by which followers abide. It’s often referred to as the oldest religion in the world, with roots and customs dating back more than 4,000 years. Hinduism is unique in that it’s not a single religion but a compilation of many traditions and philosophies. It entails diverse systems of thought, marked by a range of shared concepts that discuss theology, mythology, among other topics. The major Hindu denominations are Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shaktism, and the Smarta tradition.
Prominent themes in Hindu beliefs include karma (action, intent, and consequences), and the four Puruṣārthas, proper goals or aims of human life, namely: dharma (ethics/duties), artha (prosperity/work), kama (desires/passions) and moksha (liberation/freedom from the cycle of death and rebirth). Hindu religious practices include devotion (bhakti), worship (puja), sacrificial rites (yajña), and meditation (dhyāna) and yoga.
Hinduism is the world’s third-largest religion, with approximately 1.20 billion+ followers, or 15%+ of the global population, known as Hindus. Most of the world’s Hindus live in Nepal and India. Hinduism is a complex and diverse religion with a multitude of beliefs about God. For Hindus, there is a single, universal god known as the Supreme Being or Brahman. Brahman is the eternal origin who is the cause and foundation of all existence.
Hinduism also has numerous gods and goddesses, known as deva and devi, who represent one or more of Brahman’s aspects. Foremost among the many Hindu gods and goddesses are the Holy Triad of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, the creator, sustainer, and destroyer of worlds (in that order).
Brahma is the creator.
Vishnu is the preserver or sustainer of life.
Shiva represents death and dissolution, destroying worlds so Brahma may recreate them.
Sometimes, the three may appear in the form of an avatar, embodied by a Hindu god or goddess. But the most popular of these gods and goddesses are important deities in their own right. Other important deities include:
Ganesha: The son of Shiva and Parvati, the pot-bellied elephant god Ganesha is the lord of success, knowledge, and wealth.
Krishna: One of the most beloved of Hindu gods, blue-skinned Krishna is the deity of love and compassion.
Rama: Rama is the god of truth and virtue and another avatar of Vishnu.
Hanuman: Monkey-faced Hanuman is worshiped as a symbol of physical strength, perseverance, service, and scholarly devotion.
Different people have different view regarding the Hinduism and other religions; its completely depends on the person attitudes towards the religious concept
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