Hinduism

Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions, with many stories, practices, festivals, and ideas from India.

What It Means

Hinduism grew over thousands of years in India. Hindu traditions include many gods and goddesses, sacred stories, music, festivals, and temple worship.

How People Practice or Remember It

Important ideas include dharma, karma, and samsara. Hindu communities live in India and around the world.

Things to Remember

  • Hinduism grew over thousands of years in India.
  • Hindu traditions include many gods and goddesses, sacred stories, music, festivals, and temple worship.
  • Important ideas include dharma, karma, and samsara.
  • Hindu communities live in India and around the world.

Did You Know?

People learn about Hinduism in different ways, including family traditions, teachers, books, art, music, and visits to important places.