Hinduism, the true name of which is 'Sanatana Dharma' is the world's oldest religion.
This books gives an insight into the various aspects of Hinduism for the beginner.
It is a concise text to understand all about Hinduism. The book was written mainly with a view to bring the doctrines and distinctive features of the Sanatana Dharma to the Indian diaspora who are scattered all over the world.
The following aspects of Hinduism are detailed in its various chapters.
What is religion. How did religion evolve.
What are the Hindu Scriptures.
How does a Hindu worship his God(s).
What is Idol worship and Temple worship.
Which are the important Hindu Festivals.
What is the role of Meditation in Hinduism.
What is the meaning of Yoga in Hinduism.
What does the word 'Dharma' mean in Hinduism.
What are the roles of Karma and Reincarnation in Hinduism.
What are Mythologies in Hinduism. What is their roles.
What is meant by an Avatar in Hinduism.
What is the concept of Varna Ashrama in Hinduism.
Why are most Hindus Vegetarians. Is Diet important in Hinduism.
Hinduism and its relation to Arts like Music, Dance, Drama and Painting.
Science and Hinduism is dealt with in some detail.
What is the Concept of Time in Hinduism.
What does Hinduism say about Death and Reincarnation.
Who were Adi Sankaracharya and Swami Vivekananda.
Finally, a rapid-fire round of Miscellaneous Questions about Hinduism.
Three American children visit their grandfather in a remote village in India during their summer break in the US. The grandfather explains to them the various features of Hinduism and patiently answers the questions posed by the three little juveniles.
It is not a book for Hindus only, but non-Hindus can derive benefit from it by understanding more about Hinduism and its vastness. It helps them figure out the mystifying concepts and philosophy of Hinduism.
Hinduism is called more a 'Way of Life' than a religion per se. The average Hindu likes to follow his religion and keep updated with the basic tenets of the faith.
Many modern Hindu parents would like their children to be aware of the basic principles and features of Hinduism, but unfortunately are unable to find answers to the questions posed by their teenaged children. This book attempts to provide those answers.
The whole book is in a Question and Answer format styled after the Hindu scriptures. Every Hindu scripture like the Upanishads or the Bhagavad Gita is presented in a Q & A style.
The book intends to bring Basic Hinduism to the doorstep of the common man and children.
Catch them young is the phrase today. Children should be inculcated in the basics of Hindu culture at an early age to mold their character and vision.
This book is a must read for every Hindu parent and child to keep the light of the Sanatana Dharma glowing eternally in the modern world and in their hearts.