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Hindu Symbols -
Meaning
Hinduism is just
one of many religions worshipped all over the world, most of its
followers live in India and Nepal. The term Hinduism is used when
describing followers of the Hindu religion however most followers refer
to themselves as 'sanatana dharma' which means external law or religion. Hindu Symbols are a vital part of
Hinduism, they are objects that followers worship and pray to. They are
tools for teaching the religion to others and items are often passed
down from generation to generation. Each individual Hindu religious symbol has its own
deep significance.
Hindu Symbols - Cow
- The cow
is sacred to followers of the Hindu religion and is a
symbol of fertility
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Slaughter of a cow is banned in the Hindu faith
- The cow
is an important animal in India as a food source (milk)
- Each of
the cows four legs represents on of the four castes
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The God of war, Indra is the leader of the Devas and Lord of
Svargaloka in the Hindu religion. His mount is called Airavata,
a mythological white elephant
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The Vajra meaning thunderbolt and diamond is a is a Hindu
symbolic ritual object. The Vajra symbolizes the proprieties of
a diamond (indestructibility) and a thunderbolt (irresistible
force)
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Brahman is the supreme being in Hinduism and the source of life
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The cow is a sacred Hindu symbol and considered a fertility
symbol
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The Hindu festival of light is called 'Divwali' and symbolizes
good over evil
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The Hindu amulet 'Vishnupada' is the image of Vishnu's footprint
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Hindu's use a prayer stand called a mala to pray mantras or
chants
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To save humankind from floods, Vishnu appeared as the fish
Matsya to reveal the holy scriptures, the Vedas
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The goddess Shakti is known as 'The Great Divine Mother' in
Hinduism
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In Hinduism the system of worship is known as Puja
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The Hindu god of the sun is known as Surya
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The Hindu triad, also known as Great Trinity or Trimurti is a
concept where the three functions of Creation, Maintenance and
destruction are represented by Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the
preserver) and Shiva (the destroyer)
Hindu Symbols -
Goddesses
There are many
important goddess symbols in the Hindu religion, these include:
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Parvati - The goddess of nature
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Mahadevi - The Hindu mother goddess
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Durga - The warrior goddess
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Shakti - Also known as Devi, the divine mother goddess
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Shiva - The destroyer goddess
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Saraswati - The goddess of knowledge, music, arts and science
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Gods
There are many
important gods in the Hindu religion, two of the most important are
Vishu known as the preserver or supreme being and Brahma, the
creator god. Other important gods in the Hindu religion are:
Trimurti, Saraswati, Lakshmi, Parvati, Shakti, Durga, Ayyappa, Rama,
Krishna,Bhumi, Varuna and Vayu
Hindu Symbols
- Sects
There are several sects of Hinduism, the main ones are:
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Shaivism. The word translates as "associated with Shiva" and its
followers revere the god Shiva as the Supreme Being. Its
followers are known as "Shaivas" or "Saivas
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Vaishnavism. Followers refer the supreme being Vishnu, other
important gods or deities in Vaishnavism are Krishna, Rama,
Kalki and Matsya
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Shaktism. Followers of the divine mother goddess, Devi also
known as Shakti.
Hindu Symbols -
Definition of Belief
Being religious is defined as
the outward act or form by which a person indicates their recognition of
the existence of a god or of gods having power over their destiny, to
whom obedience, service, and honor are due. Having a religious belief or
faith is being in awe of some superhuman and overruling power, whether
by profession of belief, by observance of rites and ceremonies, or by
the conduct of life. Religion is a
framework of beliefs relating to supernatural or superhuman beings or
forces that transcend the everyday material world. Being religious is to
have a strong belief, a faith in a supernatural power or powers that control
human destiny; "he lost his faith but not his morality".
Dream Explanation
- Hindu Symbols
Dreaming that
you are deeply religious, foretells of a negative turn to your business
affairs and a disruption to your life. Dreaming that you are over
religious means that your goody goody character will repulsed your lover
or mate.
Hindu Symbols
- Spirituality
Discover facts and
information about a huge range of spiritual and religious emblems
and signs. Read about each individual emblem and its significance to
the Hindu faith. What is the significance of the OM symbol? Why is
the cow considered sacred? Find out
interesting facts about the Hindu mythology. Discover the answers to these questions and
many more, a useful educational resource for everyone.
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