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no single theology/scripture
no agreements on origin
It is certain that Hinduism originates
modern day
in the Indus River Valley (Modern Day India
Pakistan)
no longer associated with its
hearth in Pakistan
Most (82.5%) Hindus are
Indian
The Four Vedas
Rig Veda- This is the
main vedas text and
oldest.
Holi-Festival of Color
Reason: Celebrates the death of evil as told in old myth.
Length:Celebrated on the full moon of the month of
Phalgun, or march.
Festivities: Shops are closed for the day and it is a very
happy atmosphere. Bright colors fill the air and are
sprayed on children. Lovers apply color to their lovers.
Ganesh Chaturthi
Reason:This honors the elephant headed god Ganesh
or the son of Shiva. (his birth)
Length:10 day long festival
Festivities: 2-3 months prior a statue is made of him
and flours and rice is presented to him, and he is
floated in the water. Much dancing and singing.
Mandir (public temple) Home Shrine Public Places
-It is communal Worship. -Individual worship to a -Tucked into the side of
-Each temple or Mandir is god. buildings or in trees.
dedicated to a different god. -Daily puja (worship) -Members of community
-Focus of all religious life -Foundation for all family keep it clean.
actions and decision.
Global
Distribution
of Hinduism
-Majority in Asia Pacific,
with a 99.3% of
hindus living in in this
region.
-The remaining .7% is
distributed throughout
North America, Europe,
Africa, and Latin America.
India Hinduism
Demographic
-There are 828 million
Hindus living in the country of
India.
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