samaya

Because Hinduism (Sanātana Dharma) is the only religion which:– does not derive from an imaginary Sky Dictator and has no divine commands. ensures complete freedom of thought and belief encourages doubt as the portal to wisdom guarantees freedom of speech and encourages rigorous debate encompasses every belief from atheism to pantheism is grounded in reason and logic and has a sound philosophy and psychology is completely in harmony with science has a universal ethic encompassing all sentient beings no concept of “thought-crime” and eternal damnation. freedom from all religious compulsion has an environmental ethic from its inception does not have a concept of the “chosen” or the “elect” has guidelines for living the “good” life is focused on happiness in the here and now. has a complete regime for health care (Yoga and Ayur-veda) Has a vast storehouse of spiritual techniques and practices for every level of aspirant and varieties of disposition. Is totally inclusive - welcoming and supporting all other belief systems (The Hindu lands are the only places in which there has never been persecution of minorities such as Jews or Parsis). Has the most colourful festivals and delicious vegetarian feasts Supports the arts - dancing, singing, architecture, sculpture, painting etc. Has the richest library of sacred literature Has the greatest epics and stories still being told, dramatised and enacted. It is the only religion which has a text book on sex some of which is illustrated in temple sculptures. And the list goes on - exhaustively. Kathmandu Nepal 06-18-2020