From what I know of Hinduism, it advocates
that you don’t harm another person for whatever reasons. There is mind-blogging
number of gods, many sub sects and a plethora of associated religious
practices, but the liveliness that they enthuse among the population appears so
very peaceful. Buddhism is peaceful too and so is Jainism; but the history of Hinduism
show that it has accepted various faiths and lived with them all in peace and
harmony. Hindus had been converted at gun point or with a sword placed at their
necks, but still they tolerated those militant faiths and go on tranquil and quiet
like the Ganges. So many new religions and isms tried to usurp its place in the
hearts of the billions and still Hinduism remains unruffled and absorbs
everything in its meandering flow.
There are a few religions in the world that
commit violence in the name of their god. But Hindus don’t hold a club, a sword,
a gun or a bomb. They move about silently with inner peace. Non-violence is ingrained in the religion and
it guides people towards inner peace. Each
hymn
Hindus chant is followed by peace, peace, peace.
Their temples are noisy places with ringing of
bells and chants in high pitches. The smell is often strong from the burning
incense but smoothed by the fragrant fresh flowers present everywhere. There will be a simple lamp or a multitude of lamps burning before the statue. It's full
of jostling people, telling their personal problems to the gods or asking for a
blessing. They give them great peace of mind.
Hinduism is not dogmatic and it does not bind
its followers with commandments or strict rules. Hinduism has no central
organization or authority to decide anything for Hindus. No church like
institution exists that dictates any rigid, frozen dogma on the masses. People have
never been persecuted or even reprimanded for not doing this or that.
It gives you broad guidelines without really
enforcing anything. Being a follower is like reading a great text on how to
live a life and what to look up to. It's like a great teacher, who does not hand
out an answer but encourages you to explore and search to find out your own
answers. Hinduism does not enforce a ruthless god who demands his followers to
prove his superiority. It never tries to disqualify or reject anyone and there is nothing like converting to Hinduism.Full customization is allowed depending on the attitude and constitution of the person. You can be an atheist and a Hindu!
There is a core peace mantra: “May we all be protected. May we all be nourished.
May we work together with great energy and vigor. May our study be enlightening
without giving rise to hostility. Let there be no Animosity among us.” Hinduism
does not consider peace and prosperity as two exclusive states of life but
simultaneous and integrated ones. May everybody be
Happy; May everybody be free from disease; May everybody have good luck; May
none fall on evil days.
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