Hinduism is a religion that originated in India, and is still practiced by most of its inhabitants. It is proclaimed as the oldest religion in the world, and is declared as the official religion of the country and is also practiced in other parts of the world including East and South Africa, Southeast Asia, the East Indies and England. The word "Hindu" comes from the word "Sindhu" meaning the river. To Hindus, Hinduism is not just a religion but a way of life. The religion has created a set of rules for good living on this earth. "The Hindus define their community as those who believe in the Vedas or those who follow the way of the four classes and stages of life." (Kinsley)
"Hinduism is one of the worlds major religions, not beca
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