Neha Mewari | October 22, 2024
Hinduism, also known as Sanatana Dharma, is one of the world’s oldest religions, rich in traditions and spiritual practices. Here are 8 fascinating facts that showcase the depth and uniqueness of this ancient faith.
Hinduism, or Sanatana Dharma, is over 4,000 years old, making it one of the world’s oldest surviving religions with continuous practices and traditions.
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The Rig Veda, written between 1500–1200 BCE, is one of the oldest sacred texts in existence, reflecting early Hindu beliefs about nature and the divine.
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Ancient India was known as Sapt Sindhu, or the Land of Seven Rivers, highlighting the significance of rivers in Hindu culture, such as the Ganga and Yamuna.
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The Mahabharata is the world’s longest epic with over 100,000 verses, exploring themes of duty, family, and morality in Hindu mythology.
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Dharma is a complex Sanskrit word meaning duty, morality, and the righteous path. It forms the ethical foundation of Hindu beliefs and daily practices.
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Hinduism fostered centers of learning like Takshashila (700 BCE) and Nalanda (5th century CE), among the world’s earliest universities, shaping ancient education.
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Hinduism celebrates the Divine Feminine, worshipping Goddesses like Durga and Lakshmi, with the Shakti sect venerating female power as the source of creation.
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The number 108 holds deep spiritual meaning in Hinduism, symbolizing the universe’s structure and used in prayer beads, aligning cosmic and spiritual elements.
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