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Is there punishment in Hinduism?
There is no official Hindu line on capital punishment. However, Hinduism opposes killing, violence and revenge, in line with the principle of ahimsa (non-violence). India still retains the death penalty, and the reasons for this are likely to be similar to be those suggested in the Buddhist section.
Why is Lord Indra not Worshipped?
Originally Answered: Why is Indra not worshipped? Because the Puranas and Epics have made you to believe that Indra is a “god” and is worse than a typical human, and drinks, gambles, womanizes and what not! But, the ideal concept of God that seats all other concepts of God in itself is Vedic Indra, esp. of Rigveda.
Are Devas gods?
Deva (/ˈdeɪvə/; Sanskrit: देव, Deva) means “heavenly, divine, anything of excellence”, and is also one of the terms for a deity in Hinduism. In the earliest Vedic literature, all supernatural beings are called Devas and Asuras.
Why are there no temples in Indra?
“There are no temples to Indra in India, because he believes in dominance”
Is a deva a demon?
Deva, or Diva, is a demon in the series.
Where is jahannam located?
Jahannam is described as being located below heaven, having seven gates, each for a specific group or at least a different “portion” or “party” of sinners. The Quran also mentions wrongdoers having “degrees (or ranks) according to their deeds” which some scholars believe refers to the seven gates.
Why didn’t God punish the Israelites for their sin?
In the Old Testament, God did punish the Israelites for their sin because there had to be just retribution and the Savior had not yet come. However, with the death and resurrection of Jesus, punishment became unnecessary. Jesus died on the Cross and paid the penalty for all of our sin – past, present, and future ( Hebrews 10:14, 18 ).
Why is God punishing me?
It’s perfectly natural to ask “why is God punishing me?” when you’re grieving, hurt, abandoned or lonely. It’s especially normal to believe God is punishing you if you accidentally or deliberately hurt others — especially if you can’t remember the past without feeling ashamed or guilty.
Does God punish the wicked and reward the righteous?
They rationalize that as God is both sovereign and just, he always punishes the wicked and rewards the righteous. If you suffer calamity, they reason, you did something to deserve it.
How does God discipline US?
God does discipline us. This comes in the form of consequences that refocus our attention on Him. The goal is for us remember the consequence and choose a different attitude or response next time. This is what grows our love for God and moves us to become holy people, fully sanctified.