What is Hinduism? Diwali- Hinduism is one of the world’s oldest religions. Known as the festival of lights, Diwali It is now practised all over the world but it first celebrates Rama and Sita’s victory over evil. started in South East Asia. It is a mix of Candles were lit on the road to guide them different beliefs and cultures of people who back home so today people celebrate with lots lived along a river called the Indus River. of fireworks and lights in their home.
What do Hindus Believe?
God is called Brahman in the Hindu religion. All gods in Hinduism are different aspects of the supreme god Brahman. The three main aspects of Brahman are Vishnu, Brahma and Shiva. Together they are called the Trimurti. The Tridevi are just as important as the Trimurti. The Tridevi are goddesses called Saraswati, Lakshmi and Shakt.
There are many more gods of Hinduism that Hindus pray to for help who all have many different
qualities.
What are the Hindu Holy texts? Hindus have two main type of Holy Books- the Shruti and the Smriti. These include the Vedas which tell Hindus about the different deities (gods), songs and instructions for rituals and they also tell stories and myths which are important to Hindus . Hinduism- Key Vocabulary Key Word Definition Dharma The Hindu belief of ‘living the right way’ and to show good behaviour reincarnation The belief that when a Hindu dies their soul enters into a new living being. Moksha When a soul stops being reincarnated and is reunited with Brahman. Diva lamps A type of lamp used during Diwali. puja A form of worship when Hindus pray to their Gods that can be done at home. Mandirs A temple where Hindus go to pray Shruti Hindu holy book which contains the four Vedas Smriti Hindu holy book which contains legends, myths and history important to Hindus
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