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Hindu mythology From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation search Part of a series on Hindu mythology Sources Vedas Puranas Vedic mythology Rigveda Samaveda Yajurveda Atharvaveda ... Murugan Personalities of the Epics Sapta Rishis Bhrigu Angira Atri ... Hindu Mythology Portal This box: view talk edit Hindu religious literature is the large body of traditional narratives related to Hinduism , notably as contained in Sanskrit literature , such as the Sanskrit epics and the Puranas . As such, it is a subset of Indian culture Contents Sources Vedic mythology Epics Cosmogony ... edit Sources The four Vedas , notably the hymns of the Rigveda , contained allusions to many themes (see Rigvedic deities Rigvedic rivers In the period of Classical Sanskrit , much material is preserved in the Sanskrit epics , the Ramayana and the Mahabharata . Besides theology proper, the voluminous epics also provide a plethora of information about ancient Indian society, philosophy, culture, religion and ways of life. The Puranas deal with stories that are older than the epics ( Purana is Sanskrit for "ancient"). The date of the Puranic texts as preserved however mostly post-dates the epics, dating to the Early Middle Ages.

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Hinduism From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Redirected from Hindu mythology Jump to: navigation search The English used in this article or section may not be easy for everybody to understand. You can help Wikipedia by making this page or section simpler Hinduism Sanātana Dharma , which means Eternal Religion) is thought to be the oldest major world religion that is still practiced today. It was the first religion that had a concept of reincarnation In Hinduism spiritual practice (such as praying) is very important. Hinduism encourages tolerance for what other people believe. Hindus believe that there is not only one correct understanding of the one True God. Contrary to popular belief, there is only one god in Hinduism. However, this one god (referred to as Brahman ) is expressed in multiple ways. Nirguna Brahman is God without form, or God without personal attributes. All personal forms of God in Hinduism, such as Vishnu or Shiva , are different parts of God in personal form or God with attributes. God's energy is Devi , the Divine Mother. For worshipers of Vishnu (or

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Home Discussion Topics Dictionary ... Login Hindu mythology Hindu mythology Topic Home Discussion Overview Hindu religious liturature is the large body of traditional narratives related to Hinduism Hinduism Hinduism is the predominant and indigenous religious tradition of South Asia. Hinduism is often referred to as by its adherents. Generic "types" of Hinduism that attempt to accommodate a variety of complex views span folk and Vedic Hinduism to bhakti tradition, as in Vaishnavism... , notably as contained in Sanskrit literature Sanskrit literature Literature in Sanskrit begins with the Vedas, and continues with the Sanskrit Epics of Iron Age India; the golden age of Classical Sanskrit literature dates to late Antiquity . Literary production saw a late bloom in the 11th century before declining after 1100 AD... , such as the Sanskrit epics and the Puranas. As such, it is a subset of Indian mythology Indian mythology Indian mythology may refer to:*Indian epic poetry*Vedic mythology*Hindu mythology/Hindu history*Buddhist mythology*Native American mythology... The four Vedas, notably the hymns of the

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class="ns-0"> Hindu mythology From Free net encyclopedia Template:Hindu scriptures Hindu mythology is a term used by modern scholarship for a large body of Indian literature that details the lives and times of legendary personalities, deities and divine incarnations on earth interspersed with often large sections of philosophical and ethical discourse. Despite connotations of fiction in common usage, the term myth , in theological and academic studies, does not necassarility imply that a narrative is untrue. It must be noted that many of the topics that thus fall under Hindu mythology are cherished beliefs of Hindus and have been proved to be historical accounts. The mythological literature is intertwined with the ethos of ancient Vedic religion and Vedic civilization , and fundamentally constructed with Hindu systems of philosophy. Contents Definition and Misconception Vedic mythology Sources Epics ... edit Definition and Misconception Though they are often classified as 'Hindu' or 'Indian' 'mythology,' the label does not capture the centrality of religious and spiritual affiliations of the texts that ring true today for most Hindus. They are replete with long philosophical discourses and are often seen as sourcebooks for Hindu ethics and practice. It is also to be noted that historical evidences of many acts or places of Hindu narratives have been found, establishing them as historical facts rather than just 'myth' or beliefs. edit Vedic mythology See Also Aryan mythology Vedic mythology Indian mythology The roots of mythology that evolved from classical

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Skip to content. Skip to navigation Accessibility Contact Sections Search Site Home Quotes Authors Spirituality ... Spirit News Blog Personal tools writespirit.net Authors Swami Sivananda Hindu Mythology Navigation Authors Sister Nivedita Sarada Devi ... Pope John Paul II Hindu Mythology By Sri Swami Sivananda Mythology is a part of every religion. Mythology is concretised philosophy. Mythology is the science which investigates myths or fables or legends founded on remote events, especially those made in the early period of a peoples existence. Mythology inspires the readers through precepts and laudable examples and goads them to attain perfection or the highest ideal. The abstract teachings and high subtle ideas are made highly interesting and impressive to the masses through the garb of stories, parables, legends, allegories and narratives. The sublime and abstract philosophical ideas and ideals of Hinduism are taken straight to the heart of the masses through impressive stories. Mythology And History All religions have their own mythology. Mythology is slightly mixed up with a little history. It is difficult to make a fine distinction between history and mythology. If a Christian stands up and says: - My prophet did such and such a marvellous thing, - others will say: - This is only a myth. Our prophets did still more marvellous things which are really historical. - It is not easy to differentiate the two into watertight compartments.

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Hindu mythology Hindu texts Image:Aum.png Shruti Vedas ... Hatha Yoga Pradipika Hindu mythology is a term used by modern scholarship for a large body of Indian literature that details the lives and times of legendary personalities, deities and divine incarnations on earth interspersed with often large sections of philosophical and ethical discourse. The mythological literature is intertwined with the ethos of ancient Vedic religion and Vedic civilization , and fundamentally constructed with Hinduism Jainism and Ayyavazhi systems of philosophy. Contents Definition Vedic mythology Sources Epics ... edit Definition Though they are often classified as 'Hindu' or 'Indian' 'mythology,' the label does not capture the centrality of religious and spiritual affiliations of the texts that ring true today for most Hindus. They are replete with long philosophical discourses and are often seen as sourcebooks for Hindu ethics and practice. Many Hindu stories seem mythological only because they have been passed down generation after generation. It is also to be noticed that many Hindu stories are not mythology, and historical evidences of many acts or places have been found recently. edit Vedic mythology See Also Ayyavazhi mythology Vedic mythology Indian mythology The roots of mythology that evolved from classical Hinduism come from the times of the Vedic civilization , from the ancient Vedic religion and Indo-Iranian mythology The characters, theology, philosophy and stories that make up ancient Vedic myths are indelibly linked with what is considered modern Hindu mythology.

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Back to Home Page or Contents or Mythical Topics or Article Index Hindu Mythology In this section are descriptions of Hindu Mythologies and mythological beings described in the encyclopedia.This new section is being constructed. The following articles are presented: Abhijit Aditi Aditya Agni ... Yama

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About Opentopia Opentopia Directory Encyclopedia ... Tools Hindu mythology Encyclopedia H HI HIN : Hindu mythology Hindu texts Śruti Vedas Samhitas ... Upanishad s Smriti Itihasa s Mahābhārata Bhagavad Gītā Ramayana Puranas (List) Tantras Sutra s ( List Stotras view talk edit Hindu mythology is a term used by modern scholarship for a large body of Indian literature that details the lives and times of legendary personalities, deities and divine incarnations on earth interspersed with often large sections of philosophical and ethical discourse. Despite connotations of fiction in common usage, the term myth , in theological and academic studies, does not necessarily imply that a narrative is untrue. It must be noted that many of the topics that fall under the category of Hindu mythology are cherished beliefs of Hindus despite not having been proved to be historical accounts. All ancient religions contain stories that are accepted as literal truth by some, and as philosophical or allegorical insights by others. This article does not attempt to judge these beliefs, but merely to outline what they are. The mythological literature is intertwined with the ethos of ancient Vedic religion and Vedic civilization , and fundamentally constructed with Hindu systems of philosophy.

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Hindu mythology From Thelemapedia The term " Hindu mythology " refers collectively to a large body of Indian literature (essentially, the mythology of Hinduism ) that detail the lives and times of legendary personalities, deities and divine incarnations on earth interspersed with often large sections of philosophical and ethical discourse. Though they are often classified as 'Hindu' or 'Indian' 'mythology,' the label does not capture the centrality of religious and spiritual affiliations of the texts that ring true today for most Hindus. They are replete with long philosophical discourses and are often seen as sourcebooks for Hindu ethics and practice. A parallel would be to term the Old Testament 'Christian mythology'. The most important of these are a voluminous group of works known as the puranas , of which there are eighteen. The two great Hindu Epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata , are other major works of Hindu mythology. The epics Mahabharata and Ramayana are very much religious scriptures. Their stories are deeply embedded in Hindu philosophy and serve as parables and sources of devotion for Hindus into the present day.

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home subscribe sitemap contact Indian Mythology dates back to as early as 7200 B.C. when the first hymns of the RIG VEDA was composed. The hymns of the RIG VEDA are the first and freshest expression of the sense of beauty and gladness awakened in the Aryan race by the charms and the bounty of nature. What began as a celebration of natural elements such as Air, Water and Fire was converted into the worship of cosmic elements. And thus formed the triad of the early Vedic Gods - AGNI, VAYU and SURYA. The VEDIC Gods are mere abstractions, intangible and illusive personifications of the powers of nature. It is in the post-VEDIC phase or in the PURANAS the gods assumed substantial shape and individual character. In the late VEDIC period the two ITIHASAS or epics Ramayana and the Mahabharata were compiled. The heroes of the Vedic age gradually took place of the shadowy gods of the Vedic Gods and found their places in the Puranas. This formed the phase of post-VEDIC gods or the PURANIC GODS who had their seeds and roots in the VEDAS giving rise to the concept of TRIMURTI. Thus emerged the transition of Hindu mythology from Vedic Gods (the Cosmic Trinity) to Puranic Gods (the Hindu Trinity) who took more significant form and entity and have been worshipped in various forms ever since.

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HINDU GODS Vedic Gods The Hindu pantheon developed over a considerable period of time. To answer the question "What do Hindus believe about the gods?" one must clarify which time period, as their emphasis on certain gods changed through the centuries. The earliest Hindu texts are the four Vedas, the Rig Veda being the oldest (1200 BC), containing 1028 hymns with more allusions to myths than full stories. Over one fourth of the Vedic hymns concern Indra, the king of heaven, the storm god who gained prominence by defeating the demon/dragon Vritra who was holding back rain from heaven, having imprisoned the cloud-cattle. Other important Vedic gods were Varuna, god of the ocean, Agni, god of fire, Surya, the sun god, and Yama, god of death. By the time that the Mahabharata was written (300 BC - 300 AD), other gods who played only minor roles in the Vedas have become popular. Three gods in particular came to be known as the Trimurti: Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the destroyer. Their fame grew during the Middle Ages when "stories of old" called the Puranas recorded their achievements and adventures in great detail. After the Trimurti became dominant, the Puranas relegated most of the older gods to the status of World Protectors, eight lords over each point on the compass. Gods of the Trimurti BRAHMA the creator (also known as Prajapati): After the act of creation, he has little prominence, often referred to as "grandfather," aloof, unaware or unconcerned about the consequences of his actions. In one story he rewards even demons for their asceticism, thus causing much grief to the other gods. Brahma is sometimes said to be self-created, or born from a lotus out of Vishnu's navel, or hatched from the cosmic egg. He is often depicted with four heads: as his daughter/consort Sarasvati tried to avoid his lustful gaze, other heads grew up in each direction she ran; when she ascended to heaven, a fifth head appeared, which Shiva cut off because of Brahma's incestuous lust.

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