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Exploring Hinduism 3300-1300BCE Origin, Beliefs and Diversity

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Exploring Hinduism 3300-1300BCE Origin, Beliefs and Diversity Hinduism is the major world religion originating on the Indian Sub-continent and comprising several and varied systems of belief, philosophy, culture and ritual. The name Hinduism is relatively new and having been coined by British writers in the first decades of the 19th century, it refers to a … Read more

Jyotirlingas – Legends and Significance of the 12 Sacred Abodes of Lord Shiva

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Jyotirlingas – Legends and Significance of the 12 Sacred Abodes of Lord Shiva The Jyotirlingas are sacred representations of Lord Shiva, each manifesting his divine and infinite light (Jyoti). There are 12 prominent Jyotirlingas in India, each with its own unique legend and significance. Here is a detailed account of the story behind the establishment … Read more