Religions in India are characterized by a diversity of practices and faiths. The country is the birthplace of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism.
Hinduism is often considered one of the oldest religions in the world. The origins of Hinduism may include elements from the beliefs of the Indus Civilization, which existed from 3300 to 1700 BCE, but no archaeological evidence can confirm this.
Hinduism's oldest text, the Rigveda, was composed during the Vedic period between 1700 and 1100 BC. The earliest versions of the epic poems of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata were composed between 300 and 100 BCE. After 200, Hindu schools of thought were codified into Indian philosophy: Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Purva-Mimamsa and Vedanta.
It was with Mahâvîra that Jainism, an ancient Indian religion, experienced significant expansion. Jainism is close to Raja yoga in its morality or its yamas (the five moral vows are the same, the first of which is Ahimsâ, Non-violence).
Holidays of the month
December 1, 2024 (2 events)
December 1, 2024
Today the Naga peoples begin the Hornbill (Hornbill) festival. Songs, dances, crafts, all the Naga culture is honored for a week. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #December 1st #naga #nagaland
December 1, 2024
Today, the people of Mizoram celebrate Pawl Kut. According to one story, it is believed that in 1450 AD, famine struck and it lasted for three centuries, until 1700 AD. Because of this, there was no major agricultural production, leading to extreme poverty. So, people sought blessings from the Almighty and soon after, there was a large agricultural production accompanied by good rainfall which seemed to change the entire scenario. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #1December #Mizoram #PawlKut
December 11, 2024 (1 event)
December 11, 2024
Today Hindus celebrate Bhagavad Gita Jayanti. The Bhagavad Gita was revealed by Krishna himself to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Now this place is called Kurukshetra in the Indian state of Haryana. Kurukshetra is the holiest and main religious place of Hindus. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #hinduism #gita #bhagavadgita
December 15, 2024 (1 event)
December 15, 2024
Today, the Kalash celebrate Choimus or Chitirmas. Songs, feasts and prayers are made for the Balomain spirit. Purification rituals take place to start the coming new year well. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #December 15 #Kalash #Choimus
December 16, 2024 (1 event)
December 16, 2024
begin the festival of Dhanu Sankranti, the zodiac of Dhanu Zashi. Lord Surya or the Sun God and Lord Jagganath are worshiped on this day. Devotees take holy bath in rivers such as Ganga, Yamuna and Godavari. A delicacy, Dhanu Muan is prepared from sweetened rice flakes and offered to Lord Jagannath. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #December 16 #dhanusankranti #dhanurashi
December 21, 2024 (2 events)
December 21, 2024
begin Panche Ganapati in honor of the god Ganesh. For 5 days, children are honored with sweets and gifts as offerings to Ganesh. The children open the presents on the fifth day. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #December 21 #ganesh #ganesha #panchaganapati
December 21, 2024
Today, Sikhs commemorate the deaths of Guru Gobind Singh's four Sahibzade sons. Cruelly killed by the Mughals, the four sons of the Guru are sources of courage (the eldest sons) and sadness (the younger sons) for the Sikhs. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #21December #26December #sikh #sahibzade
December 26, 2024 (1 event)
December 26, 2024
Today, Sikhs commemorate the deaths of Guru Gobind Singh's four Sahibzade sons. Cruelly killed by the Mughals, the four sons of the Guru are sources of courage (the eldest sons) and sadness (the younger sons) for the Sikhs. #mythology #myth #legend #calendar #21December #26December #sikh #sahibzade
Cultural areas in India
Religions in India are characterized by a diversity of practices and faiths. The country is the birthplace of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism and has long been home to Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Zoroastrianism.
Hinduism is often considered one of the oldest religions in the world. The origins of Hinduism may include elements from the beliefs of the Indus Civilization, which existed from 3300 to 1700 BCE, but no archaeological evidence can confirm this. Hinduism's oldest text, the Rigveda, was composed during the Vedic period between 1700 and 1100 BC. The earliest versions of the epic poems of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata were composed between 300 and 100 BCE. After 200, Hindu schools of thought were codified into Indian philosophy: Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Purva-Mimamsa and Vedanta.
It was with Mahâvîra that Jainism, an ancient Indian religion, experienced significant expansion. Jainism is close to Raja yoga in its morality or its yamas (the five moral vows are the same, the first of which is Ahimsâ, Non-violence).
Sikhism was founded by Guru Nanak (1469-1539). His preaching was addressed to all human beings regardless of their religion, caste or gender. The holy book of Sikhism, the Guru Granth Sahib, was first compiled by the fifth Sikh guru, Guru Arjan, from the writings of the first five gurus and saints of other religions. Before the death of Guru Gobind Singh, the Sahib was declared as the eternal guru.
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