Hinduism is the most democratic of all forms of worship in the world. That is why there are so many branches with Hinduism and a hindu is free to choose his own line of worship.

Hinduism cannot not be defined as a religion as is practised in the west. In the eastern culture sages have devised and preached the way of living. Be it Hinduism, Buddihsm or other chineese,persian culture the way of living is of great importance.

Hinduism does not seek to gather large groups of people in order to impress them. Hinduism is a private affair of each of its practitioners. Each individual has to find his/her own way of living. The sages and their writings guide us in our endeavours.

The hindu writings in the form of puran, ved, and epics such as "MahaBharat" and "Ramayan" seek to guide us in choosing the right path.

The caste system is another interesting aspect of Hinduism. Hinduism has 4 major castes and at one time people were free to go from one caste to another. It is just like changing jobs in todays world.

But with the passage of time some unscrupulous and powerful people made the caste system rigid disallowing an individual in changing his/her caste. And while people could be demoted to the so-called lower caste the reverse was not possible. The original Hinduism did not classify people into high class or low class but just into caste system.

The western missionaries and muslims have tried to exploit this misunderstanding to their own advantage to increase their own ranks.

Even today we notice that if a son takes on the job of the father it is more likely that s/he will succeed. This was specially true at that historical time when the system of education was different. People have started to realize that that system is better than the present imported western education.

Hinduism is philosophy of Devil. Hinduism is not real/true holy ritual. It is a tool of survival for Aryan people.

In the named of holy Hinduism, Aryan people create caste system, one right, woman domination society, class division poor, rich, touchable /untouchable, many unethical cultures/practices and salary.

Hinduism has not carried out human equality in society. Hinduism is the deep blind full and foolish religion where more than 70% based on unreal.

Dear Friend,

Hinduism does not create division between rich and poor. People do. People who are Christians and muslims also have shown prejudice against poor and backward people. While Hindus are compasionate towards the disadvantaged individuals. History records of massacres commited my Christians and muslims trying to convert people and propagate their religion.

Massacres are the work of evil force.

The misguided and blinded friend even says that salary is the creation of Hindu Dharma. This must have been the propaganda that the missionaries taught the friend. Otherwise where in Hindu text is this mentioned?

The western influence has made us money minded. Because of this we have started to think of rich and poor and untouchables. the bad western influence started long time back in history and we attribute all the bad things that they brought with them to the pure hindu culture. While any good outcome that might have come out of our own culture are generally attributed to the outside cultures.

I completely agree with what Mr Evil Moraless Religion says and attribute the religious classification and class hierarchy as the root of the poverty the nepalese society is crippled with.

Demons Crazy in Hinduism...? It is quite possible. Lots and lots and lots of demons are worshipped in Hinduism. Everyone is free to choose the demon of his own choice for sacrifices and worship. Koti koti Devis and Devtas are mentioned in some shashtras that scared me away...It is the findings of men, not the ordinances of a Sovereign, Divine God and has nothing to claim as enlightening and liberating religion.

Hinduism is a cultural civilization of the people around the bank of river Indus in the past now mistakenly taken as a religion.

There is no devil worship in Hinduism. Where are you getting this my friend?

Hinduism is the third most popular religion in the world. There are more than estimated 1.1 million in US.

Hinduism does not have a single founder and it consists of thousands of different religious groups that have evolved since 1500 BCE (David Levinson, Religion: A cross-cultural dictionary)

This religion is called
-Sanatana Dharma meaning eternal religion
-Vedic Dharma meaning the religion from the Vedas

The name Hinduism was given by the British during their colonial rule to identify the people that lived on the other side of Indus valley

To understand Hinduism you need to study the philosophy but first you need to understand the principles of religion.

This yohan guys is a missionary dude watch out about what he says nonsense about Hinduism. There are scums like yohan filled in the society that think their belief is superior to all other beliefs.

hinduism is the best religion or philosophy whatever. it make me laugh when people say muslim and christene is the religion. muslim and christene (religion ????) are not doing any good to mankind. it just slow down the progress and bring conflict within people.

I dont blame you for your opinion. I would believe the same if I did not know the meaning of relegion.

There are people that follow a violent sect, think that their belief is superior to none, think that they should rule the world. Relegion is most often used by politicians for their benefit, that is also a reson you do not have a good opinion about relegion. It is also a fact that there are more wars being fought for relegion than any other cause. This is mostly because relegion is a wild card and politicians know how to use it for thier benefit.

To understand relegion one must study it and follow the basic principles. The basic principles of relegion (any) preaches love, tolerance, respect.

I have a few sites of interest on religion,
www.jerryfalwell.com
www.religioustolerance.com
www.everything2.com
www.atributetohinduism.com

a wise person once said:

one shouldn't discuss (except with your barber/stylist) to whom you pray, for whom you vote, and how much you earn.

...but don't let me stop you! ;)

I found http://www.atributetohinduism.com to be an informative website

The site mentions "terrible invasions by Muhammad of Ghazni in 1001 A.D" and many other such instances of destruction commited by muslims in the name of religion.

"He demolished idol temples and established Islam. He captured ��cities, destroyed the idolaters, and gratifying Muslims."

The above sentence identifies a muslim. While the Christians did not engage themselves in any massacres they sought to disrespect the Sanatan Dharma classifying it in their own terms and misguiding the believers into believing that somehow this religion did not offer suitable environment for their growth. The Christians used their new found wealth and information warfare technology to convert people. It is as simple as that!

The westerners imposed their system of material education turning people away from their won superior inherent knowledge.

I started this column because I noticed that some christians had started their conversion propaganda in the religion section of sajha.com. Let us Hindus not feel isolated by these propaganda. I will encourage more postings on Hinduism from my fellow sajhaites.

Dear Dhaka Topi,

Relax! No one can convert anyone. People have their own reasons for conversion if they have one, either from Hinduism to other religion or vice versa.

In democracy everyone is entitled for his or her own opinion and this also means to respect other peoples feelings/beliefs as well.

Hinduism preaches tolerance; tolerance is part of life for a Hindu.

Dear taha cha,

You may know that "If a lie is repeated thousand times, then it starts appearing true". Also there is another quite suitable nepali saying - " bolne ko pitho bikcha, nabolne ko chamal pani bikdaina."

The Christian & muslim lobby are paid to spread their religion to the so-called "non-believers". I once heard that in the muslim religion- "If a man is able to convert 5 "non-believers" then he will automatically go to "muslim heaven"." Thus they try to convert simple minds by hook or crook.

And the worst part of it is that they have indeed succeded in converting millions since thousands of years. At one time the threat of death was used to convert people against their own will. This continues even today. As you may have known about the not so recent rape of hindu women by muslim scroundels in Bangladesh.

Hindusm is VEDA, ved is Knowledge. Hindusm is Philosophy but not bhakti. Hindus don't discuss their religion, THINK, ANalyse then you are a hindu.

badmarsh, I can't agree with you more. hinduism is the best philosophy there is. Why you ask? because its very liberal and open.

Hey Dhaka Topi
What on earth are you on ? Hindism is the most corrupt religion thereis. Sorta like the catholics yeah you can sin all you want but you go purify at the temple with you $$$$. The bigger the sin the higher contribution. Its the same responce from the PUJARI"S too. If you offer a Haatthhi to Shivaji Mr PUJARI will drop everything and serve you. But if you offer 5 paisa he won't even pay attention to you.
" The caste system is another interesting aspect of Hinduism. Hinduism has 4 major castes and at one time people were free to go from one caste to another. It is just like changing jobs in todays world." I don't know what tha Fk you're smoking ???? C'mon you cannot be that naive or are you just plain old stuuuupid. Yooo come back to earth....don't go wako on us

Hey koko,

I couldn't find any topic you have started, however I saw your replies to other peoples postings. An example in view is "stop thinking about pushing and pulling, just GO. Yeah, just get the hell outta here. Haven't you learned how to make instant decisions after staying here so long ? See ya in Baneshwor.. "

These type of responses to other peoples postings show what kind of person you are. So we won't take your comments seriously. :-)

Hey Koko,
You are like unhappy child always crying on others showing your dissatisfaction but having nothing of your own. You oppose all without giving reason, like a tender committee menber. You disagree with Jesus, and with founderless natural human religion Hinduism you have no peace either. What do you have to say, man? Are you a Buddhist?, a Mohemmedan? Bahai? ...What? Are you addressless here?