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Is Big Bang theory mentioned in Hinduism?
Many Hindus believe that the Big Bang theory offers no challenge to their belief in creation. It is a scientific theory that sits alongside their religious beliefs. It does not deny the position of Brahman nor the belief in the continual cycle of creation, preservation and destruction.
Is universe expanding according to Vedas?
Hindu texts say that the universe which was created by Lord Bramha, who came out of Lord Vishnu’s navel, is every expanding and keeps on expanding until for 311 human trillion years, after that the universe collapses, which directly means a Big Crunch.
What do Hindus believe about the start of the universe?
For Hindus the universe was created by Brahma, the creator who made the universe out of himself. After Brahma created the world, it is the power of Vishnu which preserves the world and human beings. As part of the cycle of birth, life and death it is Shiva who will ultimately destroy the universe.
What does Hinduism say about the Big Bang?
Hindu mythology also suggests that the Big Bang is not the beginning of everything, but is just the start of a present cycle preceded by an infinite number of universes and to be followed by another infinite number of universes. (concept of multiverse)
Is the ‘Big Bang’ theory reflected in the Vedas?
In this paper an attempt has been made to give a philosophical exposition of the ‘Big Bang’ theory of the creation of the Universe as reflected in the Vedas.
How was the universe created according to Big Bang theory?
According to Big Bang theory all the matter, indeed the Universe itself, was created at just one instant.Scientists before the 20th century could not be able to find any experimental evidences in respect of creation of the Universe.
What is the Vedic view on the creation of the universe?
Creation of universe was discussed by Vedic seers a long time ago. The Nasadiya hymn 129 of Rigveda Vol X. (verses 1, 2, 3 & 4) clearly refers to the creation of the Universe. There was neither non-existence (asat) nor existence (sat) then.
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