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Hinduism

Published on Dec 05, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

HINDUISM

Began in India around 4000 years ago.

IT WAS SPREAD BY THE ARYANS PEOPLE.

Other than that there are no founders.

THE MAIN GOD IS BRAHMAN

They also practice yoga as a way to purify the mind and senses.

PEOPLE WORSHIP IN MANDIRS(TEMPLES)

The religious leaders are called priests.

HOLI, THE FESTIVAL OF COLOR

  • Marks the beginning of spring.
  • Is either in March or April.
  • Is celebrated by having bonfires and by coloring each other.

DIWALI, THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

  • Is celebrated in late October or Early November.
  • Is related to knowledge.
  • Is also the Hindu New Year.

INTERESTING INFORMATION:

  • They believe in reincarnation based off karma.
  • There are smaller gods like Vishnu, Krishna, Rama, and Shiva.
  • There are many holy writings, the main one is the Vedas.