First of all, as a Hindu who has been raised by Hindu parents, I'm seriously insulted by some of these definitions! A Hindu is not a hippie, by definiton. Hinduism is not polytheism. Jains are not Hindus. And we are not evil blood-sucking vegetarians or whatever the hell you think.
Okay, Hinduism is not actually a religion. Just thought I'd clear that up. A Hindu was one who lives in the Indus Valley Civilization, near the Indus river. They were the most advanced people in the world (we invented the sewer system, bitch!). They had many different religions that were very similiar, such as Advaita.
These religions were actually monotheistic. God is one but exists in different forms. You can pray to one form for strength and protection, and pray to another form for wisdom and knowledge. It keeps things simple. Each form has a female counterpart, but once again, these are simply incarnations. There is only one God. When you pray to Vishnu, you're just praying to God. When you pray to Durga, you're still praying to God.
The religions from the Hindu civilization have been merged to form the religion we know today as Hinduism. Those who are Hindus by blood are the descendants of this great civilization. Those who convert aren't, but they're cool anyway.
Hindus pray in temples. The 'dot on the forehead' is known as a bindi. It's there for medical reasons, actually. Those really old scientists knew that that place just above where your eyebrows meet is also an important place for the nerves in your brain.
Okay, Hinduism is not actually a religion. Just thought I'd clear that up. A Hindu was one who lives in the Indus Valley Civilization, near the Indus river. They were the most advanced people in the world (we invented the sewer system, bitch!). They had many different religions that were very similiar, such as Advaita.
These religions were actually monotheistic. God is one but exists in different forms. You can pray to one form for strength and protection, and pray to another form for wisdom and knowledge. It keeps things simple. Each form has a female counterpart, but once again, these are simply incarnations. There is only one God. When you pray to Vishnu, you're just praying to God. When you pray to Durga, you're still praying to God.
The religions from the Hindu civilization have been merged to form the religion we know today as Hinduism. Those who are Hindus by blood are the descendants of this great civilization. Those who convert aren't, but they're cool anyway.
Hindus pray in temples. The 'dot on the forehead' is known as a bindi. It's there for medical reasons, actually. Those really old scientists knew that that place just above where your eyebrows meet is also an important place for the nerves in your brain.
"That woman is a Hindu"
"ROFLMAO!!!! ThAT bRoWn Gai iS a HiNDOO!!!!!" <---this is incorrect. Not all brown people are Hindus.
"ROFLMAO!!!! ThAT bRoWn Gai iS a HiNDOO!!!!!" <---this is incorrect. Not all brown people are Hindus.
by Who cares who I am? November 14, 2006
A major religion in India, with an abundance of followers. Despite being one of the most liberal religions in the world, some assholes enjoy bashing it for no reason other than to feel better about their pathetic selves, people like jason styXxX, a fucking asshole. people who bash other religions need to rethink their own, because it obviously isnt doing them any good.
by aideen May 05, 2007
contrary to what was said above by Bush is a Poop "I have several Hindu friends. They go to the Jain Temple up the street from me."
Jains are not Hindus, although both are prominently Indian "religions".
Jains are not Hindus, although both are prominently Indian "religions".
Jains are not hindus.
by jain person August 17, 2006
The world's oldest religion. It's the world's most liberal religion, and is the only religion that teaches that it is completely acceptable to follow whatever religion one wishes, as long as you are benefitting positively and are helping people along the way. It does not have strict threats or eternal damnation, but it also does not have a heaven. Instead, Hindus are taught to be as kind-hearted as possible, because kindness in this life will benefit them in the next life. In the next life, they are expected to be even more kind. Basically, Hindus aren't allowed to be anything but nice. In Hinduism, followers are not forced to believe in "one true god" or "one true text." Instead, Hindus are taught that everyone is entitled to their belief. Hinduism holds a lot of science to it, which is peculiar because it is the oldest religion. It is considered the most-liked religion of people who don't follow it, the second being Pagans and the least-liked being Christianity.
My parents were born and raised Hindus, but chose science instead, becoming atheists. Because Hinduism encourages this, they were able to attend medical school and business school to learn more about math and science, and raised me to believe whatever I want. I chose atheism, but I still admire Hinduism for its ethics and beliefs.
by BoJason November 27, 2013
A member of the oldest living religion in the world. Precursor to Buddhism. The only faith worth having. Even jews lick Hindu balls when they voraciously study yoga, become vegetarians, take up meditation, and use the "Star of David," which is actually an ancient Hindu symbol meaning perfect meditation (nara-narayana).
by Sigmund Johanessen May 06, 2003
by Vachi November 07, 2020
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HINDU Definition: (In Sanskrit Language Plz dont Reject..)
“Aasindhu sindhu paryanta Yasya Bharatbhumika |
Pitrubhuhu Punyabhushryiva sa ve Hinduriti Smrutaha ||”
‘Jo bhi koi Sindhu se Sagaron tak ki Bharat bhumi apani PITRUBHU
aur PUNYABHU manta hai aur viese adhikar se kehe sakta hai,
wahi HINDU hai.’
Punyabhu: Any man born in Hindustan considers Bharat as a Punyabhu,
He may belong to other religion.
But we should not misapprehend this and should not call him a Hindu,
(Some of our brothers, without understanding the definition, do this
mistake) as we will be neglecting the other part of the definition.
Pitrubhu: The man should also consider Hindustan as his Pitrubhu, the condition which
Non Hindu will never accept. Muslims consider there Pitrubhu as Mecca and Catholics as Vatican.
HINDU Definition: (In Sanskrit Language Plz dont Reject..)
“Aasindhu sindhu paryanta Yasya Bharatbhumika |
Pitrubhuhu Punyabhushryiva sa ve Hinduriti Smrutaha ||”
‘Jo bhi koi Sindhu se Sagaron tak ki Bharat bhumi apani PITRUBHU
aur PUNYABHU manta hai aur viese adhikar se kehe sakta hai,
wahi HINDU hai.’
Punyabhu: Any man born in Hindustan considers Bharat as a Punyabhu,
He may belong to other religion.
But we should not misapprehend this and should not call him a Hindu,
(Some of our brothers, without understanding the definition, do this
mistake) as we will be neglecting the other part of the definition.
Pitrubhu: The man should also consider Hindustan as his Pitrubhu, the condition which
Non Hindu will never accept. Muslims consider there Pitrubhu as Mecca and Catholics as Vatican.
Now it should be clear to you why Hindu's should not entertain outsiders in our divine righteous land, Hind !!
by Vikramadtya November 16, 2006