About Hindu Philosophy
Hindu philosophy is one of the oldest and most diverse philosophical traditions in the world.
It is based on the Vedas, the Upanishads, and the Bhagavad Gita, among other sacred texts.
Hindu philosophy emphasizes the importance of dharma (duty), karma (action), and moksha (liberation).
Key Concepts
- Advaita Vedanta: The doctrine of non-duality, which states that the ultimate reality is a single, unchanging essence.
- Dvaita Vedanta: The doctrine of duality, which states that the ultimate reality is a combination of two principles: the individual self and the ultimate reality.
- Qualities of God: The three qualities of God are: sat (existence), satya (truth), and satkari (goodness).
Major Deities
- Brahma: The creator of the universe
- Vishnu: The preserver of the universe
- Shiva: The destroyer of the universe
- Ganesha: The remover of obstacles
Scriptures
- Vedas: The oldest and most sacred texts of Hinduism
- Upanishads: The philosophical texts that interpret the Vedas
- Bhagavad Gita: A sacred text that contains the teachings of Lord Krishna