|
WWW Links - Hinduism
http://EMuseum.mankato.msus.edu/cultural/religion/hinduism/hinduism.html
A basic-but-solid introduction to Hinduism, including the history
of
Hinduism, basic beliefs, geographic concentration, Hindu terms,
as well as
links to other sites regarding Hinduism.
http://campus.northpark.edu/history/WebChron/India/Upanishads.html
A description of the the development of the Upanishads, a collection
of
teachings and people concerned with understanding the Vedas, the
oldest
Scriptures in India. Gives a brief description of the Vedas, as
well as
theory as to how the Upanishads came to be.
http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0001469.html
This short but informative history of Hinduism discusses common
beliefs,
the Vedas, the Upanishads, the Epics, karma, and Brahmann. Also
defines the
class system of Hinduism, and modern changes to revive the religion.
http://www.sacred-texts.com/hin/index.htm
A thorough list of sacred texts of Hinduism, presented in their
entirity.
Also includes additional writings closely related to Hinduism.
http://www.geocities.com/Athens/7444/faqh.htmll
Quick and easy answers to some of the more frequently asked questions
regarding Hinduism. Topics include questions about diet, idol-worship,
the
caste-system, conversion to Hinduism, and many others.
http://www.hinduism.co.za/#English%20Text
An extremely thorough source of information for issues and topics
related
to Hinduism. Click on one of the many subjects listed on the left
side of
the page for detailed discussion and literary citation regarding
the
subject-matter.
|
