Hinduism is the religion of over a billion people , often seen not just as a religion but as a way of life. Hindus call it Sanātana Dharma, meaning "eternal tradition" .
As the oldest active religion, Hinduism emerged from the ancient Indus Valley civilization and nomads who arrived in India around 1500 BCE , with roots possibly extending back thousands of years .
Today, we focus on the fundamental beliefs of Hindus. Understanding the basics of this diverse and profound religion offers insight into the worldview of over a billion people

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:33 Background
02:11 Fundamental Concepts
06:20 Philosophical schools
07:38 Yoga
09:06 The four aims of life
09:51 The 6 temptation
10:27 Main branches of Hinduism
12:06 Books and sacred texts
15:48 The Bhagavad Gita
18:14 The yugas
18:58 The Hindu Pantheon
20:54 The Hindu Caste System
24:30 The Vast Canvas of Hindu Cosmology
25:29 Conclusion

Sources:
Http://www.hinduacademy.com
https://www.learnreligions.com/
https://www.tantrikspirituality.com/2...
Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction by Kim Knott
The Hindu Way: An Introduction to Hinduism by Shashi Tharoor
Hinduism: Beliefs and Practices by Jeaneane Fowler
Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction by Kim Knott

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