Identify three examples of syncretism in the development of Christianity and Hinduism?

Answer 1

Syncretism is the mixing of cocepts or cultures (in the first place) so, three examples- in theory- would be:

Christianity~

1. Christianity had developed from the Jewish religion, but soaked up some Zoroastrianism (Persian) concepts.

2. This religion, like many others, had also been influenced by the Greco-Roman beliefs (which was mixed too)

3. Egyptian religion had also taken an effect on the Christain religion too.

Hinduism~

1. This reilgion was influenced by Mohenjo Daro.

2. Also affected by the Aryan religion.

3. Dravidian religon had taken an effect too.

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Christianity

http://science.jrank.org/pages/11386/Syncretism-Syncretism-in-World-Religions.html

http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/Syncretism.aspx

Answer 2

1. In Christianity, the celebration of Christmas on December 25th is believed to have been influenced by the syncretism with pagan winter solstice celebrations. The date coincided with festivities honoring the birth of pagan sun gods.

2. The incorporation of Hindu deities, such as Ganesha and Brahma, into some branches of Christianity in India demonstrates syncretism. This blending of beliefs and practices allowed for the coexistence of elements from both religions.

3. The concept of the Holy Trinity in Christianity, which combines the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit into one divine being, has parallels with the Hindu concept of Trimurti, which encompasses the gods Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva as aspects of one ultimate reality. This syncretic influence led to a similar understanding of the unity and diversity of the divine in both religions.