Frequently asked questions

What is Hinduism?

Sanatan Dharma or Hinduism, is the most ancient religion on Earth. It is India's indigenous religion. It was not created by humans and predates written history. Vedic texts from 6,000–10,000 years ago demonstrate that Hinduism was regarded as an antiquated religion even then. Hinduism is one of the world's oldest and most diverse religious traditions, with a rich history and a wide array of beliefs, practices, and cultural expressions. It is the predominant religion of India and Nepal and has millions of followers worldwide.

What is karma?

It is a belief in the principle of cause and effect, where one's actions have consequences, and these consequences can affect one's present life and future lives. In essence, karma is a belief that our actions and intentions have far-reaching consequences, and it serves as a moral and metaphysical framework for understanding the world and one's place in it. Every person's life is somewhat shaped by his or her past actions, which bear direct responsibility for many of the experiences, both happy and unhappy, that arise during their lifetime.

What is moksha?

Moksha is a concept in Hinduism, that represents liberation or ultimate spiritual freedom. It is the highest and most desirable goal in these religious and philosophical traditions. It is the liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. When the causal body is annihilated and the pure atma attains eternal happiness in the adoration of God, it is known as moksha. Achieving moksha is often understood as attaining union with the divine or the ultimate reality, often referred to as Brahman.

Why are there so many Gods in Hinduism?

Hinduism is known for its vast pantheon of gods and goddesses. The ancient Indian seers understood that there are many different kinds of life in the cosmos besides humans, and that humanity is not the centre of all that God has created. Certain organisms possess greater traits and capabilities than humans, while others have fewer. Some of these different higher creatures are given cosmic powers by God, and he gives them the task of managing the "machinery of the universe”. These celestial entities are also referred to as gods in Hinduism. Hindus freely admit that these gods are obviously submissive to and have their origin and sustenance in one Supreme God, even though they revere these gods as being higher than humans and even offer sacrifices to them in times of need.

What is atma?

In Hinduism, "Atma" is a fundamental concept that refers to the individual soul or self. It is a central concept in understanding the nature of the self, consciousness, and one's relationship with the ultimate reality or the divine. It is the individual self, the aware soul, the one who knows, appreciates, and acts. The Atma has no end. It was not made by anybody at any point, and it will never die. The understanding of Atma is a foundational element of these spiritual and philosophical traditions and plays a central role in concepts like karma, dharma, and moksha