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published: 3/17/04
updated: 5/1/13

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Hinduism

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Puja offerings on the Hindu holiday of Diwali. Photo: GFDL.

"When you hear about the Self, meditate upon the Self,
and finally realize the Self...

you come to understand everything in life."

--Brihadaranyaka Upanishad 4.5



Hinduism is an ancient religion with no founder or known date of origin. The term "Hinduism" simply derives from the word "India" and refers to a wide variety of religious traditions and philosophies that have developed in India over thousands of years. Most Hindus worship one or more deities, believe in reincarnation, value the practice of meditation, and observe festive holidays like Diwali and Holi. Learn more about Hinduism by selecting a topic below.

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