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- Also referred to by its sanskrit name: Sanā
- tana Dharma.
- There are 1 billion self-described Hindus worldwide.
- The oldest vedic text dates back to around 1500 BCE.
- Important aspects: dharma, success, pleasure, and liberation.
- Four classes of society: priests, nobles, merchants, and serfs.
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Encyclopedia of Religion
Encyclopedia of Religion and Society entry on Hinduism. Good source for more basic information. -
The Hindu Universe
Hindu Universe is a good place to get some info, but it's a better resource for purchasing materials. -
Religious Tolerance Website - Hinduism
Religious tolerance site gives some basic information about Hinduism, although some of it is a bit too general.
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Hindu Documentary Part I
Part one in a five part documentary series about Hinduism. Very informational and professionally done. -
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Am I a Hindu?
A great book on Hinduism. It takes the form of a dialog between a Hindu father and his American-born son. -
The Essentials of Hinduism
This book is a good concise introduction to Hinduism. The world's third largest religion. -
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