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Hinduism does not have a hierarchical authority structure as do some religions.
There is no single human leader designated in Hinduism (a-la-Pope). The various sects have their own leaders. But a very large number of hindus do not subscribe to any particular sect. So, they may choose one whom they like or go without any.
Hinduism (Sanathana Dharma - Eternal religion) originates from Vedas, so the Vedas alone or even the God Himself is considered as the true leader of Hinduism.
Some Hindus believe, the scriptures are enough to guide them.
Time and time again there were many leaders who worked hard to save and preach Hinduism. Below are the most popular among them:
- Adi Shankaracharya
- Sri Ramanujacharya
- Sri Madhvacharya
- Sri Guru Raghavendra Swamy
- Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa
- Swami Vivekananda - disciple Ramakrishna Paramahansa
- Sarada Devi - disciple of Ramakrishna Paramahansa
- Mahendranath Gupta - disciple of Ramakrishna Paramahansa
- Swami Dayananda Saraswathi
- Ramana Maharshi
- Swami Sivananda
- Anandamoyi Ma
- Baba Lokenath Brahmachari
- H. H. Sri Swami Rama
- Lahiri Mahasaya - disciple of Mahavatar Babaji
- Sri Panchanon Bhattacharya - disciple of Lahiri Mahasaya
- Sri Yukteswar Giri - disciple of Lahiri Mahasaya
- Swami Satyananda - disciple of Sri Yukteswar
- Paramahansa Yogananda - disciple of Sri Yukteswar
- Rajarsi Janakananda - disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda
- Yogacharya Oliver Black - disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda
- Swami Kriyananda - disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Jayprakash Narain
- Swamy Chinmayananda
- Chaitanya
- Tukaram
- Ramdas
- Tulsidas
- Ravidas
- Meera
One thing that we ought to note is that unlike other religious leaders, Hindu saints do not have powers to make rules or order punishments, hence, Hindus would rather refer them as Swamiji or Guruji or Acharya than a leader.
What else can I help you with?
Who is the leader of worship for Hinduism?
guru
Where is Hinduism worship?
Primarily Hinduism is worshipped at their homes. Or some people might go to Temple to worship God in Hinduism.
Who leads the baptist worships?
The pastor and the worship leader(music director, usually) plan the service then the worship leader guides the congregation and lay leaders in the worship. The pastor gives the message(sermon) and invitation.
What is the difference between Hinduism and Buddhism (leaders)?
leaders of Hinduism worship God. While leaders of Buddhism do not worship God.
Can you worship God in Hinduism?
They have many gods. Hinduism is a polytheistic religion.
Who is the present ruler or leader of Hinduism?
Hinduism does not have any spiritual/religious leader.
What are appropriate facilities to perform worship for hindus?
The main facility needed to perform worship is the intention, interest and dedication to worship in Hinduism. Other requirements are immaterial. There are innumerable ways of worship prescribed in hinduism.
Should a church service have an Master of Ceremonies?
Only if you do not have a spirtual, mature praise and worship leader.
What are the names of the worship places Hinduism?
Worship places In Hinduism are called temples. Hindu people say it mandir India their local languages.
What does pooja mean in Hinduism?
Pooja means worship as in the worship of your God/Goddess.
Why do people worship hinduism?
They don't. They practice it.
Where was the place of worship for Hinduism?
Temples and chruches
