Hinduism vs. Christianity

Hinduism and Christianity aren’t the easiest to compare. They have many differences but they have a handful of similarities. Their differences come from their contrasting origins. If you look deep you can find some interesting similarities between the two. Their major differences are the level of tolerance, beliefs about the afterlife and the belief in God. Christianity originated in the Roman Province of Judea. Most Christians attend worship services at church Sundays, which include singing, prayer, and a sermon. Christianity is the dominant religion in Europe and the entire Western Hemisphere. The sects of Christianity are Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox. Protestants believe the bible alone is the source of God’s special revelation to mankind and teaches us what is necessary for our salvation from sin. Protestants view the bible as the standard by which all Christian behavior must be measured. Catholics reject that belief and do not believe the bible alone is sufficient. They believe both the bible and sacred Roman Catholic tradition are equally binding upon the Christian. Orthodox Church recognizes as a source of divine revelation of truth not only Holy Scripture but also Holy Tradition which agrees with the scriptures and is always recognized by the entire ancient Christian churches. Orthodox accepts the 39 Old Testament and the 27 New Testament books, as well as a collection of books that aren’t in the Hebrew Bible which are called Deuterocanonicals. Hinduism originated in the Indian subcontinent. Hinduism is a dominant religion in India. Hindu’s worship at the temple (Mandir). Hindu worship is called puja and encompasses the ceremonial practices that take place at home or in the Temple. The goal of the religion is to break the cycle or birth, death, reincarnation, and to attain salvation. The sects of Hinduism include Vaishnava, Shaivaya, and Shaktism. The goal of Shaivism is Mokish, Mukti or Veedu, realizing ones identity with God Shiv, in perfect union and non-differentiation. The goal of Shaktism is Moksh, which is the complete identification with the God Shiv. The goal of the Vashnavites is videh Mutki, which means liberation-attainable only after death-when the self realizes blissful union with God’s body as a part of him however, still maintains its pure individual personality. Both Hinduism and Christianity are monotheistic. The teachings related to humility, tolerance and forgiveness are also similar. The Hindu religion is about an individual approaching a personal God in their own way. In Hinduism if you don’t like one God you can choose another and if you don’t like either God you can become a Shakta worshipper. In Christianity it is uncommon to incorporate any other beliefs into religious practices. In Christianity you must follow the rules recorded in the Bible and devote yourself completely to god or go to Hell. The Bible frowns upon gay marriage, non-believers, tattoos, ect. Hindu’s believe in reincarnation, whereas Christians believe in Heaven and Hell. Hinduism is Pantheistic and Christianity is Theistic. Pantheism is the belief that the Universe is one with God or that they are identical. Theism is the belief that at least one deity exists. The mood of the teachers and messages of God are similar in both religions and if you aspire to live by these principles will be elevated to this platform of loving God will ones heart, might, soul and mind. Both religions believe that God exists. Both believe that God sends representatives to Earth. Both religions frown upon killing. Both Hinduism and Christianity believe that God is your first duty in life. Both Hindu’s and Christians believe that life is sacred and that materialistic things are not important. Hinduism has virtually no conflicts with Christianity. Christianity emphasizes on values like honesty, character, reliability, compassion, peace, respect and much more! Hinduism refers to the people living in the Hindus River. Both Christianity and Hinduism have a liberal, humanistic approach.