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Hindu's express their spirituality by using symbols that have deep meanings:
AUM: The sacred symbol Aum (Om) represents the sound of God. It represents Brahma as a sound. In addition, the symbol of creation stands for life, death and after-life. Aum represents the whole united universe. Aum is chanted at the beginning of prayers for worship.
Lotus Flower:The lotus represents love and beauty and is a prime example of perfection. Its roots grow in muddy waters, hidden from the eyes, so that only beauty is visible. The roots in the muddy water represent material life and ignorance. The flower is on the water open to the sky- this symbolizes the spiritual being. The lotus flower is associated with the Goddess Lakshmi.
Prayer Beads: The strung beads help the devotee to count repeated prayers. Repeating the prayer is meant to help a person focus and concentrate on the presence of God and what God is trying to say to the Hindu worshipper.
Yantra: The yantra is an abstract diagram representing the universe, it represents deity! It is used to help the worshipper to control their mind and prevent their thoughts from wandering. A yantra is drawn on the site where a temple will be built.
Swastika: This symbol is 4000 years old and it means "all is well." It is symbol of good fortune and it is very unfortunate that Hitler's party used the swastika in a negative way however, for Hindu's the swastika is still a symbol for well-being and good fortune.
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Are there peculiar ways different cultures or nationalities practice their faith?
Are there peculiar ways different cultures or nationalities practice their faith?
In what ways do Hindu practice their faith?
by doing yoga
What name is given by Hindu's to their faith?
Hindus believe and practice the doctrines of Hinduism originally known as Sanatan Vedic Dharma
Which people practice Hinduism?
HINDUS
What jainism belief do many hindus also practice?
Hinduism is closely related to jainism. Hindus practice Non Violence & Peace.
In what ways can persons of no religious persuasion benefit from the study of Hindu spirituality?
Hindus believe that divinity is in all life; practically this means that Hindus respect all life - many Hindus are vegetarian. Many people could benefit from such respect. Yoga also comes from Hinduism which many non-believers practice.
Why were the Hindus considered as peaceful people?
Yes They are, By & large Hindus are Very peaceful people.
Where in the world is Hinduism practice the most?
Nepal and India have the highest percentage of hindus, both have some 80% of its people as hindus.
Do Hindus and Brahmans do Sanskrit?
Yes, Sanskrit is important language for Hindu. Many Hindus still practice sanskrit worldwide.
What kinds of things Hindus would or would not do in their lives to promote ahimsa?
Hindus are expected to practice ahimsa very camely
How many times do Hindus pray to Krishna a day?
Hindu faith does not prescribe it directly. Hindus can pray as many as times the devotee likes.
What does riencarnation mean in the Hindu faith?
It is when a big group of hindus get together and pray.
