What is Maya?
The Sanskrit meaning of the word Maya is Illusion. Hindus use the word illusion in the same sense as defined in any dictionary: a mistaken perception of reality. When Hindus speak of this material world […]
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Do Hindus believe in Heaven and Earth?
Just like other religions concept of Hell and Heaven is also present in Hinduism. However, Hell and Heaven are both temporary places after death. After the Atma (Soul) leaves the body and one doesn’t attain […]
Does a person have to be a Hindu to attain Moksh?
No – will populate later
Are there any examples of anyone being reborn to prove Reincarnation?
Yes – will populate later
What paths should one follow to attain Moksh?
Since humans differ in intellectual abilities, temperaments and inclinations, there cannot be a single path recommended for everyone. Hinduism recommends four paths to attain Moksh: Karm Yog (Path of action): Performing and accepting one’s daily […]
What is Reincarnation (Punar Janm) and Moksh?
The word reincarnation literally means the transmigration of Atma. Hindus believe the soul is immortal, and when a person (or living creature) dies, his/her Atma re-enters a new (as yet unborn) body. “Just as a […]
Are all Hindus Vegetarians?
Not all Hindus are Vegetarians. The concept of Ahinsa, non-violence, encourage Hindus to refrain from eating meat. To be vegetarian comes with ones understanding of Hindu Scriptures. It is a matter of common sense and […]
What is Ahinsa?
Hindus regard all living beings, including animals, birds, insects, sacred and having Atma (Soul). As such, Hindus must not kill or cause physical or emotional pain to any living creature, be it a human, animal, […]
What is Namaste?
Namaste is not just a way of saying hello but it is to pay respect. Every living being is an Atma (Soul). Shri Bhagwan (God) is also called the Super Soul, the source and origin […]
What is Karm?
In Hinduism, Karm(Karma) refers to God’s cosmic law of cause and effect; every action has its opposite and equal reaction. Any deed or any thought that can cause an effect, is called Karm. According to […]
Can you prove that there is GOD?
Yes. Let’s think logically. You want proof of the creator of the universe. If that is the case then just think how complex the universe is first and to find out about its creator is […]
How can you say Sanatan Dharm is the word of GOD? Has anyone reached Moksh?
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What is Moksh?
Moksh is the highest state that the Atma(soul) has to reach. Until this happens cycle of birth and death will continue for each individual over and over. Moksh is a similar concept to Nirvan or […]
Can you talk about some of the more famous Swamis?
Swami VivekAnand, Swami RamKrishn Pramamhans, Swami Ram Sharma, Swami Ramsukhdas, Shri Kripaluji Maharaj, Shri Krishnachand Thakurji Maharaj, will populate later
Has there been any recent Historic Miracles related to Hinduism?
In 1995, a Brahmin had a dream where Bhagwan Ganesh came in his dream and told him to go to the nearby temple and feed his statue some milk. The Brahmin went to the temple […]
Who is Swami Vivekanand?
Swami VivekAnand was a sant who wanted to see GOD. He had the urge to find the truth about GOD. One day he met Shri RamKrishn Pramahans. He asked him “Have you seen GOD?” and […]
What can you say about the Puran? What are myths and realities from Hindu Scriptures?
This is one of the most important questions as throughout time much of the reality has become myth. The Ramayan and Mahabharat are considered epics and historic however most of the Purans are considered myths. […]
What are the Vedas and Upanishad?
Out of all Hindu Scriptures and the Vedas are the most sacred. They also came first directly from the mouth of Sri Bhagwan. The word Ved means knowledge. They are so sacred that they have […]
What is Idol Worship in Hinduism?
Idol worship is in all religions. Hindus do it openly while other religions don’t. Why does the church have a cross or statue of Jesus Christ and Mother Mary? Why does a Muslim has to […]
Who are Bhagwan Ram and Krishn?
Bhagwan Sri Ram is a complete(Purna) Avatar of Sri Bhagwan. In this Avatar Bhagwan had to show the full potential of a man as Ram and full potential of women as Sita. So he did […]
What are the links between Hinduism and Science and Mathematics?
Aero space engineering is from Ramayan with the concept of an Air Plane. Ravan had the pushpak veeman that he used during when he captured mata Sita. The numeric system was derived from Hinduism Vedic […]
Are there different kinds of Avatar?
There are few different kinds of Avatar mentioned in scriptures. One of them is Complete (Poorn) Avatar. This is when GOD takes his complete form and descends to earth. Example of this is when Bhagwan […]
Name some of the most famous Hindus?
Following are some of the most well known Hindu personalities. I will add description about there work in detail at a later time. Swami Vivekanand Swami Ramsukhdas Swami Akhilanand Mahraj Swami Sharshwatanand Maharaj RamKrishn Paramhans […]
What is Gotra?
In Vedic traditions the rishis saw that problems could occur with inbreeding or marriage between close relatives as it could lead to genetic problem for the offsprings. The entire purpose of the gotra system is […]
What is Atma (Soul)?
The Atma is the innermost essence, the true existence and identity of a being. Hindus call this subtle, conscious, invisible life-force Atman. Living being possesses consciousness due to the presence of the Atma(soul) in their […]
What is an Avatar (Incarnation)?
Almost all Hindus believe in this concept of Avatar. Avatar happens when GOD (Bhagwan) himself comes down to earth in human form as male or female. This happens whenever righteousness declines and wickedness is rules, […]
What is the definition of God in Hinduism?
God in Hinduism is one that represents love for all his creatures from humans, animals, insects, etc…. He loves them like a father or mother who cares for their children. There is no such thing […]
What are the links between Hinduism and Science and Mathematics?
Aero space engineering is from Ramayan with the concept of an Air Plane. Ravan had the pushpak veeman that he used during when he captured Mata Sita. The numeric system was derived from Hinduism Vedic […]
Who founded Sanatan Dharm (Hinduism)?
There is no single founder/messenger/prophet of Sanatan Dharm. It has many people known as Rishis who contributed to it over time. It is based on divine revelations experienced by a series of Rishis.Sages, while they […]
How old is Sanatan Dharm?
Sanatan Dharm (Hinduism) is the oldest religion known to mankind. It predates recorded history. Thus, Sanatan Dharm has no start date. This makes perfect sense as there was no way to measure time as we […]
What is Dharm?
Closest word in English to Dharm is religion however the word religion it is very limited. Sanatan Dharm is best translated as eternal Dharm. Dharm can be best described as one’s quest to find the […]
What is Sanatan Dharm and Hinduism, Is there a difference?
The word Hindu is a combination of the first letter “Hi” of Himalayas and the last compound letter “ndu” of the word Bindu. It refers to India as Hindustan, a country between the Himalayan Mountains […]
What does “Hindu” mean?
There are many theories on how the word Hindu came about. The word Hindu is a distorted version of the word Sindhu. It is believed that the ancient Persians, who lived on the other side […]