But anyone else, please feel free to ask away, it doesn't have to do with actual beliefs itself, it could do with how many people in India live. Hinduism is actually a way of life.
Are there specific moral tenants (dos and don'ts) that you're suppose to follow like the ten commandments, or is it more like the Wiccan view of "do as you will but harm non" or the Christian golden rule "One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself"?
Hinduism is based on polytheism
From what I'm reading on wiki it says Hinduism covers a wide spectrum with the concept being complex.
"Hinduism is a diverse system of thought with beliefs spanning monotheism, polytheism, panentheism, pantheism, monism, atheism, agnosticism, gnosticism among others;" http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hinduism#Concept_of_God
From what I'm reading on wiki it says Hinduism covers a wide spectrum with the concept being complex.
Hindus believe in whomever they want, hindu temples feature multiple gods, but each temple is dedicated to one god, and that god will be the largest statue usually in the heart of the temple.
Are there specific moral tenants (dos and don'ts) that you're suppose to follow like the ten commandments, or is it more like the Wiccan view of "do as you will but harm non" or the Christian golden rule "One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself"?
I guess you can say that it's a combination of all three, but on average we preach non-violence.
I guess you can say that it's a combination of all three, but on average we preach non-violence.
Okay, can you explain in a bit more detail?
I think I remember reading the Hindu concept of hell is more like the Catholic purgatory where it's only a temporary condition where everyone goes to first be cleansed of sin before moving on. Is this accurate?
I think I remember reading the Hindu concept of hell is more like the Catholic purgatory where it's only a temporary condition where everyone goes to first be cleansed of sin before moving on. Is this accurate?
It's a combination of hell and purgatory.
I guess you can say that it's a combination of all three, but on average we preach non-violence.
There are hundreds of dos and don'ts but the most common ones tell you to devote yourself to god, and no to hurt others and stuff like that.
Is it true that Kalki is Prophet Muhammed(pbuh)? It's something I had read on this site. I'll quote a bit:
In the 'sacred' book of Hindus the father's name of 'kalki autar' is mentioned as 'Vishnu Bhagat' and his mother's name as 'somanib'. In sanskrit, 'vishnu' stands for Allah (swt) and the literal meaning of 'bhagat' is slave.
"'Vishnu Bhagat' therefore, in the Arabic language will mean Allah's slave (Abdullah). 'Somanib' in Sanskrit means peace and tranquilty which in arabic is denoted by the word 'Amina'. Whereas the last Messenger Muhammed's (saw) father and mother's names were Abdullah and Amina respectively."
"'Kalki Autar' will be taught in the cave by Bhagwan through his own messenger. And it is very true in this matter. Muhammed (saw) was the only one person in Makkah who has taught by Allah's Messenger Gabriel in the cave of Hira."
"In the big books of Hindus, it is mentioned that 'kalki autar' will live on olive and dates and he will be true to his words and honest. In this regard Pundit Parkash writes, "This is true and established only in the case of Muhammed (saw)".
I have very limited knowledge of Islam, but all I can say is that Muslims can believe whatever they want. As for taking offense, how can I take offense? I am always happy to learn new things.
