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Status of Women

Those who believe that equality for women is a Western concept will be surprised to learn that ancient Hindus accorded women a place of equality, honour and dignity. In the Vedic society, women had the freedom to educate themselves, study the Scriptures and achieve the status of sages, saints and scholars. Hindu literature of ancient […]

Producing wealth a legitimate activity

One of the most common myths about Hinduism is that it considers this world a maya or illusion and, therefore encourages Hindus to shun this material world and become ascetics. This is just not true. “Enjoy the resources, the gift of God; do not covet what belongs to others,” say the scriptures (40-1 Yajur Veda). […]

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