Hinduism is a religion that originated in India, and is still practiced by most of its inhabitants. It is stated that Hinduism is the oldest religion in the world and is confirmed as the official religion of the country. Hinduism is also practiced in other parts of the world including parts of Africa, Southeast Asia, the East Indies and England. Hinduism is not just a religion but a way of life. The religion has created a set of rules for good living on this earth. The Hindus define their community as those who believe in the Vedas or those who follow the way of the four stages of life. While reading about the religion Hinduism what really caught my attention was their four stages of life. When I think about the stages of life the first thing that comes to mind is infant, toddler, child, teenager, young adult, adult, elderly. But in the Hindu life stages there are only four stages of life which are student, householder, retirement, and sannyasin. This author intends on exploring the four stages of Hindu life. .
The first stage of Hindu life is known as the student. This stage began when the child starts school between the ages of eight and twelve. "This stage lasts for twelve years or until the child finish school." (Smith, 1991) The young boy leaves home to stay with a teacher or guru to attain life's responsibility by gaining practical and spiritual knowledge and to build character. The teacher prepares the child for his future profession such as a potter's apprentice. .
The second stage of Hindu life begins when the man gets married and has children with his wife which forms a family. The man at this stage takes on the responsibility of becoming the householder. As a householder, a man is expected to contribute to the good of society by holding a job and being active in the community. Along with his wife, a householder is expected to encourage the Hindu faith in his children and family.
The film that we observed in class describes Hinduism as no exception. ... Hinduism is a very unique religion. ... The Brahmins are considered the leaders of Hinduism. ... It basically contains 4 stages like how it was mentioned. ... The second stage that supports the four castes is marriage. ...
Hinduism is a collection of the spiritual beliefs of the Indian people followed by nearly 85% of the country's population. ... The evolution of Hinduism was initially influenced by two factors, geography and agriculturally fertile land. ... Another aspect of Hinduism that originated from this culture is the practice of worshiping gods and goddesses. ... Moksha is the release of the Atman from Samsara and is the ultimate goal of Hinduism. ... In his classic writings called yoga sutras he said that there are eight stages to realizing one's union with Brahman. ...
Buddhism and Hinduism were two of the earliest religions that started in the world. ... Hindus practices involves stages in life. ... Hinduism has several beliefs but all depending of the school that they are taught. Hinduism started in the Indian Subcontinent around 1500 B.C but no founder noted. ... Buddhism and Hinduism follow certain practices that are handed down from generation to generation. ...
However, one thing that sets Hinduism apart is the extreme difference between these versions of Hinduism. ... These ideas are the base, which modern Hinduism stands on. ... (World History, 1999, pg.110) All of this information from the Vedas sets the stage for how things work, but does little to explain how one should live their life. ... If successful this last stage of life will lead you to Moksha, the final goal of enlightenment and unity with Brahman. ... Hinduism is a very interesting system of beliefs dating back many years. ...
Hinduism And Christianity One would think that Christianity and Hinduism would have nothing in common, but in some ways they are. ... To define Hinduism is very nearly impossible. ... Hinduism has no such common doctrine. ... Like Hinduism, Christianity has one God, but the similarity is that Hinduism has one main god Brahma. ... Yet no mater what stage of life one is in, "renouncing the fruits of your labors" is the supreme law of morality. ...
Christianity and Hinduism Introduction Though there are many religions in the world today, some of the most popular are Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism and Islam. ... Many nations are religiously bias and only allow natives to become a part of their religion which means that not many have explored Hinduism and then moved to Judaism as such it's very rare. ... The Hindus define their community as "those who believe in the Vedas or "those who follow the way (dharma) of the four classes (varnas) and stages of life (ashramas)."" ... Beliefs, Traditions & Teachings The canon ...
Hinduism is the world's oldest and most dominant religion of India. ... For example, an open mind and loving heart are one of the only requirements for Bhakti (Hinduism-the Religious Life). ... The essential goal of this meditation is being able to remove one's own consciousness from its awareness of this world of Maya and focus only on the ultimate reality (Hinduism-the Religious Life). ... In the third stage, the person is to think of themselves in the third-person. ... Yoga is practiced heavily within Hinduism. ...
Hinduism believes in Karma, which is the idea of reincarnation. ... Buddhism is different from Hinduism. ... Hinduism's writings come in many forms. ... The Puranas show another stage of Hinduism. ... Hinduism's rituals fall under rites of passage. ...
Hinduism is an ancient religion of people looking for explanations for the things that are beyond human power. ... The only historic document that contains the origination of the Hinduism religion resides in the religious writings of the Vedas (the Hindu holy book.) Hinduism has developed into the religion that it is today over time. ... The religion of Hinduism is located mainly in South East Asia, primarily in India. ... There are several rites performed in the early stages of childhood. 1. ...
