Asia Journal of Global Studies Vol 4‚ No 2 (2010-11)‚ 93-102 Asia Association for Global Studies Globalization‚ Hinduism‚ and Cultural Change in India Anita Bhela University of Delhi‚ India ABSTRACT This paper analyzes the impact of globalization on the religion‚ culture‚ and identity of Hindus in India. It describes how Hinduism‚ over epochs‚ adapted to outside influences and retained its unique character‚ but the sudden onslaught of globalization in our era is threatening its core
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philosophical concepts and ideas of Hinduism. (Upanishads) Vedas are the scriptures of Hinduism and it is divided into 4 parts. Rigveda‚ Samaveda‚ Yajurveda‚ Atharvaveda‚ and Upanishads are also considered as a part of Veda as the end of the Veda. EVIDENCE FOR UPANISHADS Upanishads are known as Vedanta‚ which means “end of the Vedas”. Upanishads are regarded as the part of the Vedas and as part of the Hindu scriptures. It is more dedicated towards spiritual thoughts of Hinduism. Upanishads are composed over
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Indian vs. the European Religion and Way of Thinking Religion is probably the most definitive factor in the way Indians lead their lives‚ particularly if they practice Hinduism and this is why the clash between Hinduism and Christanity in A Passage to India parallels the conflict between the Indians and the British. Hinduism is best represented in the novel by professor Godbole‚ and Christianity is epitomized in Mrs. Moore who comes to India with the kindness and understanding heart of a devout
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religions that are practiced in most other countries outside of the East. Just a few of the Eastern religions that are followed in India are Buddhism and Hinduism. Buddhism is based on dharma where the goal is to liberate oneself from the suffering of the Earth. It was initiated in the 5th century BCE by the famous Siddhartha Gautama. Hinduism is based around the beliefs of dharma‚ samsara‚ karma‚ and moksha. It is one of the oldest religions in the world and bases
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is where the world’s oldest religions originated. One major religion that originated in India is Hinduism. Hinduism is the 3rd largest religion in the world. The basic principles of Hinduism were already formulated in 1500 B.C. Hinduism is a combination of Aryans and Indian beliefs. Aryans had many deities. All deities are a part of a universal spirit called Brahman. Everyone who believes in Hinduism is searching for this universal spirit described in the sacred text known as Upanishads. This religion
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Christianity‚ Judaism‚ and Islam are all very closely unified as Abrahamic religions because they share a multitude of common beliefs and thoughts. Hinduism‚ on the other hand is almost complete opposite of these religions. The extreme differences within these religions has seemed to cause problems between them throughout history. Hinduism is considered to be an Eastern religion while Judaism‚ Christianity‚ and Islam are considered Western. (Lafave‚2004.)Location‚ leaders‚ religious practices‚
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C Aryans invade- language group‚ not a race incent caste system-4 major economic group Modern-Day India - Bollywood - Fashion style - Cuisine - Poverty - 2nd largest population - Hinduism‚ Buddhism - Gandhi‚ Mother Teresa‚ Buddha - Modern day government-parliamentary system - W/a prime minister Hinduism- world’s oldest religion - Comes from Aryans - Caste system - Reincarnation - Dharma-divine law - Karma - Yoga Polytheistic- 3 main Gods - Brahma-Creator - Vishnu-preserver - Siva-destroyer
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Hinduism and Buddhism were two very different religions that arose on the subcontinent of India. They were the building blocks of the most populated country in the world and still have lasting impacts today. India’s Hindu and Buddhist roots play a major role in their actions today as a world super power. By extension‚ Hinduism and Buddhism played very different but equally vital roles in the beginnings of India’s modern societal and cultural values. The influences on society of Hinduism and Buddhism
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way‚ and a person making his or her way past the Meditation Center might not even realize what it is. But that is exactly how those who follow this branch of Hinduism view physical shells: exteriors that are merely vessels in which the true self is contained. Brahma Kumaris is an extension of Hinduism‚ the oldest living religion. Hinduism originated in the Indian subcontinent almost 4‚000 years ago (though traces of it can be
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Being able to learn about a different religion is extraordinary for someone to do because many are closed minded on their religion. Hinduism is a religion numerous of people practice in India. I have learned a lot about Hinduism by reading the story “The Bhagavad Gita” translation by Shri Purohit Swami. A poem called “the Woodcarver” that I also read had to do with Hinduism also. I learned four things from reading “The Woodcarver” and “The Bhagavad Gita.” The three things I have learned were that people
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