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  1. 1. Religion vs. Culture in Hinduism

    Hinduism is often talked about as both a religion and a culture, and it is sometimes difficult to determine which one it is. Depending on who you ask and how it’s being interpreted, the answer can vary. Ultimately, Hinduism is both a religion and a culture because there are religious elements within the culture itself.

    2. The Roots of Hinduism

    Hinduism began around 1500 BCE with the Vedic tradition of ancient India. Which includes many beliefs such as reincarnation and karma that are still practiced today. It was also heavily influenced by Buddhism in terms of philosophy and structure. Since then, it has slowly transitioned over time to continue evolving. What many consider to be one of the most widespread religions in the world today.

    3. Practicing Hinduism Religion

    Since Hinduism has multiple gods in its practice, many devotees will visit temples dedicated to these specific gods to offer offerings or prayers for guidance through difficult periods in life or give thanks for the fortune found within success. Most practice daily rituals that are intended to bring them closer to gods like Shiva or Vishnu. While traditional values passed down from older generations are often held dear respect towards elders, fasting during certain times of the year, etc. This is what is the Hindu religion.

    4. Art & Festivals in Hinduism

    Hindu art can appear quite vibrant with its various forms including stone sculptures, mandalas (yantras), and intricate fabrics. All arts of Hinduism for powerful gods like Lord Krishna or goddess Lakshmi depict grand narratives taken from scripture like Ramayana or Mahabarata full of colorful stories about triumph over suffering. However many artistic renderings tend toward ritual meditation practices associated with each deity or celebration of festivals honoring them throughout the year at home with temple visits among many things and also on a personal level as puja (or prayer).

    5. Hinduism Caste System is Religious and Cultural

    The caste system remains a basic part of Indian society. Hinduism caste system exists both religiously and culturally. Some people are even not Hindu but still have cast. Even though changes have been occurring rapidly during recent decades compromising core elements like arranged marriages across castes. Advanced education and new technology are only accessible to upper-caste Hindu societies. These are bringing a big change and many people do not care about caste in these days.

  2. Asma Issa
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    Hinduism is both a religion and a culture. It is one of the oldest existing religions, dating back to about 1500 BCE, and it has deeply-rooted cultural traditions that have been followed for centuries. The Hindu scripture known as the Vedas are worship by followers, which form the core beliefs of the religion. Additionally, religious ceremonies and rituals are an important part of Hindu culture.

  3. hinduism is religion for just hindus but it has no fact because religion is that they have a book of god which they got by messenger of god and there is no book for hindus altough they wrotes by themselves so finally hindusim is not a religion

  4. Hindism is religion for hindu just not other they are following thier pundit .

    But for muslim hindism is not a religious thing its a culture when someone want to do something with his mind its a culture and when someone do ibadat for the Allah u subhanu watala and for prophet this the religion