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Hinduism - Sanatana Dharma

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Hinduism also known as Sanatana Dharma is the traditional religion of India. It is the known as the second living religion, but I believe it must older. It was started by the rivers of India. Hinduism is known for its Eternal Oneness, where the universe has different shapes and cycle. I believe this is a very original concept because everyone should follow this kind of view. With this view, comes and ultimate reality known as Brahman, which is known as one endless mind and life. I believe that there are many shapes and forms of this ultimate reality. I believe that you can have cycle for any type of religion, or belief that you want to believe.

I believe that Hinduism is more than one religion. I believe it has many sections, and it all forms together as one Hinduism. Hinduism originates from the ancient Vedic tradition and other indigenous beliefs, incorporated over time. Well-known themes in Hinduism include Dharma which is ethics and duties. Samsāra which is the continuing cycle of birth, life, death and rebirth. There is Karma which means action and subsequent reaction. Lastly there is Moksha which is liberation from the cycle of samsara. I believe that all these themes and concept is good for every kind of religion because everyone would have a kind peace of mind. I also believe the sections which make up the religion Hinduism are Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism which share similar traits with Hinduism, because they all originated in India. I believe they all are linked because all of them focus on self-improvement with the general aim of attaining personal spiritual experiences.

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