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Understanding Hinduism: From Scriptures
A collection of readings from various Hindu scriptures. Meant to detail the basic beliefs of Hinduism from its scriptures.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Principal Deities of Hinduism
There are many Hindu deities, some with great and others with limited powers. Most Hindus focus their devotion primarily on one of these, whom they regard as supreme. These deities are shown in a variety of art forms. This short article...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Principal Texts of Hinduism
While there is no one text or creed that forms the basis of all Hindu beliefs, several texts are considered fundamental to all branches of Hinduism. Learn about the Vedas, Mahabharata, and Ramayana in this article.
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The South Asian Idea Weblog: Hinduism 4: Early Interaction With Muslims
Read a series of posts in order to understand the nature and impacts of the historical interactions of Hinduism with Muslims and Britons.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Hinduism
Discusses what Hinduism is, the Hindu view of God, how Hindus worship, the belief in reincarnation, the concept of Karma, the caste system and Untouchables, the celebration of Diwali, and the practice of yoga.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Principal Deities of Hinduism
There are many Hindu deities, some with great and others with limited powers. Most Hindus focus their devotion primarily on one of these, whom they regard as supreme. The greatest deities have complex natures and are shown in art in a...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Beliefs of Hinduism
Read a quick description of the most common Hindu beliefs and view a picture of a sandstone statue of Harihara.
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Kauai's Hindu Monastery: Hinduism
A comprehensive guide to Hinduism around the world (from a Hindu point of view).
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Hinduwebsite: The Upanishads: Belief in One God: Hinduism and Idol Worship
An article describing how idols are used in Hinduism as an aid to worship.
Friesian School
Friesian.com: Caste System Stages of Life in Hinduism
This comprehensive article from friesian.com covers the Caste System and also discusses the stages of life in Hinduism. Includes a graphic organizer.
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Minneapolis Institute of Arts: World Religions in Art
At World Religions in Art, the world's major religions--Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism--serve as lenses through which artistic production is examined in terms of its subject matter, sources of inspiration, meaning,...
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Uri Kids: Hinduism: Basic Beliefs
Scroll your mouse over the page to find out what the pictures symbolize. Click Celebrations, Sacred Spaces, Basic Beliefs, and/or Resources to learn about the Hindu religion.
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Hinduism: Personal: The Caste System
This personal site gives a detailed discussion of the caste system.
History Teacher
Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Hinduism Quiz
Ten multiple choice question quiz is immediately scored and provides review of Hinduism.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Beliefs of Hinduism
Common to virtually all Hindus are certain beliefs, including, but not limited to, the following: 1. a belief in many gods, which are seen as manifestations of a single unity. These deities are linked to universal and natural processes....
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Understanding Hinduism: Gita
A large page detailing Hindu teachings from the Gita. Includes an introduction to and information about the theme of Gita, as well as providing some readings from the Gita.
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Hinduwebsite: The Upanishads: Belief in One God
An essay explaining the paradoxical fact that Hinduism has many gods and one God.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Hinduism and the Practice of Faith
Religion pervades many aspects of Hindu life and assumes many forms. Read about Hindu practices in this short essay and view a piece of artwork depicting a woman worshipping at an outdoor shrine.
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Hinduism Today: Hindu Resources Online
Gives a good introduction to the religion and ideas of Hinduism. Also provides links to other Hindu web resources.
The British Museum
The British Museum: Early Hinduism
This interactive website gives students an online glossary, a game, an introduction to Hindu gods and goddesses, and a story of Narayana the creator.
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Hinduism and the Belief in Rebirth
A long essay describing the Hindu view of reincarnation. Discusses how a person's behaviors in one life influence their reincarnation into the next life.
PBS
Pbs: The Story of India: Sanskrit
PBS explores one of the world's oldest religions, Hinduism, with an in-depth look into Sanskrit, the ancient Indo-European language. Identifies the origins of the language and how it spread throughout the area. Identifies two ancient...
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