Hinduism is an ancient Indian religious tradition and dharma, or common life. It is the third largest religion in the world, with more than 1.2 billion members, or 15 billion–including China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Indonesia–known as Hindus. Hinduism preaches a Bhakti, or vow to follow the path, which was preached by Vedas, the primary …
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What is the Difference Between Spirituality and Religion?
What is the Difference Between Spirituality and Religion? Religion is often confused with spirituality. While both are similar, they are different. Spiritual growth and religious development are completely different things, while religion can help us understand our place in the world and can provide structure for our lives, but is not a method of spiritual …
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A Brief Introduction to the Study of Ancient Indian Buddha
Buddhism is an Indian religious tradition based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha. It originated in India as a Sramana Buddhist tradition sometime between the sixth and fourteenth centuries, spreading across much of Asia. Buddhism differs from other religious traditions of India in that it places an emphasis not so much on asceticism, but on …
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Judaic Learning
Judaic is the ancient language spoken by the Jewish people. Judaic is the root of most of the Hebrew language and it is the native tongue for the people of Israel. It has been said that in the early days of the Jews, before the exile in 711 AD, when they were being persecuted greatly …
Hinduism – An Ancient Religious Faith
Hinduism is the oldest known religion in the world. It was founded by Lord Krishna who came from southern India to the Himalayan Mountains to spread the religion. The religion is also referred to as the “CD religions” since its inception. Hinduism considers that all living things are sacred and holds that there is a …
Judaic Art – The Judaic Culture
Judaic Art – The Judaic Culture Judaic or Judaism is a native religion of the Jewish population, but has much influence on the people who follow other religions as well. It is considered to be a people’s religion because it adheres to the teachings of the Bible as related in the Hebrew Bible and the …
What is Christianity?
What is Christianity? Christianity is an Abrahamic, polytheistic religion founded on the teachings and life of Jesus of Nazareth, which predates both Judaism and Israel. It is the most popular religion in the world, with over 2.4 Billion followers. It has had varying degrees of success from time to time throughout history. Christianity has always …
Facts About Christianity
Facts About Christianity Christianity is a Judaism, iological, and monotheistic faith based on the teachings and life of Jesus of Nazareth, who is considered as the son of God. It is the most popular religion in the world, having around 2.4 Billion followers worldwide. The Christianity belief is that God was with Jesus from his …
Buddhist Meditation
Buddhism is an Indian religious tradition based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha, a Buddha whom many regard as the Buddha of Meditation. It originated in early India sometime between the 6th to 4th century BCE, spreading to much of Asia. It’s main teachings are that Buddha is both spiritual and powerful being, that bodhisattvas …
Understanding Religious Rituals and Related Beliefs
Religion is a cultural and social-spiritual system of defined behaviors and rituals, meanings, values, beliefs, ologies, or institutions, which relates humanity to an external or internal source through texts, visions, and rites, that defines humanity as a group of human beings who share a common heritage, mission, and experiences. In general, all religions present a …
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History of Hinduism
Hinduism is a religious Indian philosophy and religion, and is the most popular one-fifth religion in the world, with over 20 million followers worldwide. The term “Hindu” can also be used to refer to the Hindu religion, the community that comprise the Hindus, and the holy texts of that faith. Hinduism is a naturalistic religion …
The Ever-Changing World Of Religion
Religion is the only topic of conversation, which has consistently been the subject of argument for many thousands of years. It is a long and complicated history filled with arguments between those who believe in the existence of God and those who do not. The arguments range from the most petty such as stating that …
Becoming a Buddha Tracker – Wisdom For the 21st Century
The word “Buddhist” literally means “of the Buddha.” Buddhism is an Indian spiritualism based on a set of original teachings attributed to Gautama Buddha, who lived sometime between the sixth and fourth centuries BCE. It originated in India as a Sramana (meditative) tradition sometime during the sixteenth to fifteenth centuries CE, spreading throughout much of …
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History of Judaic-Christianity
Judaic is an Abrahamic, polytheistic, and historic religious, literary, and cultural tradition containing the legal, cultural, and religious traditions of the Jewish peoples, sometimes known as Israelites. The word “judaic” derives from a combination of two Hebrew terms,” Kafka” meaning “world” and “nu” meaning “law”. Today there are three main branches of Judaic culture, including …
Hinduism – History and Philosophy
Hinduism is a large, ancient, and diverse religion, which started in India as the Hindu religion. It is a religion that emphasizes on the relationship between the gods and the mankind. It’s main holy books are the Holy Bible, Vedas, and the Upanishads. Hinduism believes that the Hindu soul lives in the universe and the …
Judaic Theology – A New Testament Perspective
Judaic Theology – A New Testament Perspective Judaism, the Ancient Jewish Faith, is a religion that developed in the early centuries following the exile of the Jews from their home country, when they left for the Promised Land in Egypt. In contrast to many other Abrahamic faiths, Judaic theology maintains that creation is the sole …
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A Look At Christianity and Judaism
A Look At Christianity and Judaism Christianity is a religion founded on the teachings and life of Jesus of Nazareth, also known as God or Jesus Christ. It is estimated to have over 2.4 Billion followers worldwide. Although most Christians are converts to this religion, there are still a great many who do not fully …
A Historical Overview of Christianity
Christianity is an Abrahamic, non-theistic religion following the teachings and life of Jesus of Nazareth, also known as Christ. It is the oldest Christian religion, having more than two billion followers worldwide. The religion believes in the return of Jesus to earth following his resurrection from the dead. It also has a strong emphasis on …
Buddhism – A Religion of Great Importance
Buddhism is an Indian religious tradition based on a collection of original writings attributed to Gautama Buddha. It originally originated in India as a Sramana religion sometime between the 5th and 4th century BCE, spreading to most of Asia. Some historians believe that Buddhism went into a decline around the fifth century CE when the …
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Ancient Jewish Religions
Judaism is a religion which consists of a vast body of beliefs regarding the relations between the creator and the world. It is a belief in strict code, and universal moral code. The core texts of Judaic faith are the Bible, the Talmud, and the works of Jewish prophets. Many of its fundamental beliefs are …
The Basics of Hinduism Beliefs
Hinduism is a religion originating in India, consisting of a set of ethical codes that are practiced by followers of the Hindu tradition. The term “Hindu” can mean “to belong to the Hindu,” “to worship a Hindu,” or “to be devoted to the Hindu,” while the term “Dharmism” describes any philosophy or religious practice that …
Judaic Christianity
Judaic Christianity Judaism is an Abrahamic, polytheistic, and historically-religious faith consisting of the broad communal, cultural, legal, and religious tradition and culture of the Jewish community. The term “jewish” in Judaic is derived from a combination of two words: “kaddish” meaning “judgment” and “nu-zadda,” meaning “attendance.” Judaism is regarded by many religious Jews as the …
Christianity – Its Effect On Modern Society
Christianity – Its Effect On Modern Society Christianity is one of the oldest Christian religions and has had many writings written that date back to the second century. Christianity is a monotheistic Abrahamic faith based upon the teachings and life of Jesus of Nazareth, though other Messiahs have also been claimed as a god. Christianity …
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Buddhist Meditation – How To Begin
In recent years, interest in Buddhism has grown in Western countries, as people become more aware of the spiritual benefits associated with a life of renunciation and simplicity. Buddhism has been a popular spiritual practice in India for several thousands of years and is currently enjoying a revival in popularity in many places worldwide. This …