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RATINGS: Sites are rated from 1 owl (good) to a high of 5 owls. Read more- Hollywood Hinduism: Art vs. Morality
Hinduism's rich and illustrious history has inpired many Western filmmakers, musicians, and entertainers. Some stars have been able to promote the study of Hindu culture, but others have done more harm than good with their depictions of the ancient religion. Stanley Kubrick, Steven Spielberg, Aerosmith, Mike Myers — all guilty. Learn why.
- The Story of Krishna
Krishna is a character in many of the most colorful stories in Hinduism. This avatar of Vishnu, sent to earth to fight against evil, battled several villains. Snakes, giant birds, even demonic milkmaids — Krishna beat them all. Included here are rich tales about the birth and life of Krishna.
- Hindu Basics
Think of this tremendous website as Hinduism 101. It includes a wealth of information about Hinduism. What are the Hindu beliefs? Why do Hindus believe in reincarnation? What is karma? Why are there so many gods? This excellent site for Hinduism rookies nicely provides both simple and detailed answers to these questions and more.
- The Hindu Temple
Much more than a mere house of worship for Hindus, temples are places where Hindus can acquire knowledge of the divine and transcend everyday life. The structures are built according to specific design that enables them to serve as gateways between the gods and earth. In the past, the temples were constructed by royalty and wealthy individuals, and to this day they stand as symbols of Hinduism's rich heritage.
- Hinduism in America
Two students at Brown University wanted to know if moving to America changed the way South Asian Hindus practiced their faith. The results of their research, based on surveys of Hindu adults and children who had immigrated to or been raised in the U.S. since 1965, are very interesting. American Hindus seemed more open to practicing Hinduism nontraditionally. Children in particular seemed more apt to disregard physical practices of Hinduism in favor of incorporating the Hindu beliefs in their moral values.
- Indian Cows: Blessed Bovines!
Why is the cow is a sacred animal in the Hindu religion? Thirty percent of the world's cattle population reside in India. Hindu scripture states that "the cow acts as a surrogate mother by providing milk to human beings for the whole life." Read more interesting facts about the Hindu love of cows at About.com.
- A Tribute to Hinduism
"The purpose of this site is to provide useful information about the world's oldest religion." This site provides information on nearly every aspect of Hinduism, including thoughts on nature, cosmology, literature, culture, history, the caste system, the role of women, and much more. Click on "contents" to find a detailed list of articles and pictures.
- Bhagavad Gita
One of the most revered Hindu scriptures is the Bhagavad Gita, a passage of the Mahabharata. In the Gita, Lord Krishna describes the core of HIndu philosophy to Arjuna, the warrior-hero of the epic. This website presents the Gita in 16 different languages, including English. Besides the written text, this site also provides the Sanskrit vocals to accompany each verse, two film documentaries, and numerous articles and quotes about the Gita.
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