But when, from AD 712 onwards, Muslims began to settle permanently in the Indus valley and to make converts among low-caste Hindus, Persian authors distinguished between Hindus and Muslims in …

Dec 13, 2025 · Hinduism, major world religion originating on the Indian subcontinent and comprising several and varied systems of philosophy, belief, and ritual.

Oct 6, 2017 · Hinduism is unique in that it’s not a single religion but a compilation of many traditions and philosophies: Hindus worship a number of different gods and minor deities, honor a range of...

Hinduism Basics offers an accessible overview of Hinduism’s core beliefs, practices, history, and diversity, providing a foundation for deeper understanding of one of the world’s oldest religions.

Hinduism sees the divine as not either one or many, but both; not male or female, but both; not formless or embodied, but both. Some of the most important deities in Hinduism are Vishnu, Shiva, Ganesha, …

With over a billion adherents worldwide, ‘Hindu’ is a broad umbrella term which covers an incredibly rich tapestry of belief systems, practices, rituals, philosophies, and cultural expressions.

Hinduism is one of the world's major religions, with over 1.1 billion people among its followers. Hindus make up 80% (approximately 905 million people according to the 2001 Census) of India's population. …

Jul 29, 2009 · Guide to Hinduism, including gods and beliefs, colourful festivals, life and rituals.

Many Hindus do not have a copy of the Vedas nor have they ever seen or personally read parts of a Veda, like a Christian, might relate to the Bible or a Muslim might to the Quran.

Hinduism, known as Sanātana Dharma, (सनातन धर्म) and Vaidika-Dharma by most Hindus, is a worldwide religious tradition rooted in Indian culture and based on teachings of the Vedas. Hinduism …