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Hinduwebsite: Gods and Goddesses
An introduction to the Hindu pantheon. Explains how the "many gods" of Hinduism are actually manifestations of the one God.
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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.
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Smarthistory: Hinduism and Buddhism, an Introduction
Smarthistory provides a discussion of the origins of Hinduism and Buddhism with emphasis on gods, worship, and teachings. With links to additional resources.
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Interfaith Dialog Center: Hinduism
A good introduction to Hinduism, which provides a brief look at the religion's ancient beginnings, its sacred texts, beliefs and practices, sects, and holy days. Includes a simple explanation of how the monotheistic principle of Hinduism...
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Scholastic: Myths From Around the World: India
Learn about Mahish the buffalso demon in an Indian myth. Discover how the Gods and Goddesses dealt with Mahish.
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Ucla: Manas: Nataraja
Provides a comprehensive description of the dancing Shiva, known as Nataraja, that was popularized during the Chola Dynasty. Contains an image of a Chola bronze Nataraja.
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Ucla: Manas: About India
This is a robust site from UCLA with lots of information about Indian cultures, religions, social life and organization, history and politics. Don't expect a zillion pictures, but an in-depth look at the cultures and history.
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Hinduwebsite: Brahman
A page with a short description of Brahman and links to seven essays about this Hindu God.
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