HinduismEPD5

=Hinduism =

History The history of Hinduism dates back to prehistoric times. Hinduism is one the oldest known religion in the world. Hinduism developed gradually over time. And Hinduism was shaped by many other religions also.

Religious Leaders Hinduism has no real religious leaders. But it does have people who try to lead Hindus like swamis or gurus.

Places to Worship Hindus worship in many places like a temple and a shrine in there house.

Where it Began Hinduism started in prehistoric times. Hinduism is a really big part of Indian culture today. The most percent of Hindus are in India.

Main Beliefs The main beliefs of Hinduism are Karma, Caste, Reincarnation, The six schools of Philosophy, and Divinties.

Gods Hinduism has many gods the main three are Brahma, Vishnu, and Siva. Brahma is thought to have made Hinduism and that he can come in many forms.



Sacred Writings

Hinduism has no single book, but many sacred writings. Which contain fundamental beliefs.

<span style="color: #c7a91c; font-family: Impact,Charcoal,sans-serif; font-size: 180%; line-height: 0px; overflow: hidden;">Religious Practices

<span style="color: #c7a91c; font-family: Impact,Charcoal,sans-serif; font-size: 180%; line-height: 0px; overflow: hidden;">They pray individually in a shrine and with other people at a temple.

<span style="color: #c7a91c; font-family: Impact,Charcoal,sans-serif; font-size: 180%; line-height: 0px; overflow: hidden;">Festivals

<span style="color: #c7a91c; font-family: Impact,Charcoal,sans-serif; font-size: 180%; line-height: 0px; overflow: hidden;">The famous festivals are holi the coming of spring and new year.

<span style="color: #c7a91c; font-family: Impact,Charcoal,sans-serif; font-size: 180%; line-height: 0px; overflow: hidden;">Symbols

<span style="color: #c7a91c; font-family: Impact,Charcoal,sans-serif; font-size: 180%; line-height: 0px; overflow: hidden;">Swasktika represents a cross.