What is Jnana in Hinduism?
jnana, (Sanskrit: “knowledge”) in Hindu philosophy, a word with a range of meanings focusing on a cognitive event that proves not to be mistaken. In the religious realm it especially designates the sort of knowledge that is a total experience of its object, particularly the supreme being or reality.
Which movement developed a revolution against Hindu religion and culture?
The present Hindu revolutionary movement is seen as a continuation of the Revolutionary War of 1857.
Is there any truth in the philosophy of Hinduism?
Hinduism is a truly impoverished philosophy. If Hinduism were true, then there is no truth, and thus Hinduism would have to be rejected. This is a clear example of Lewis’ vivid metaphor of one who argues against God’s existence (the God of Scripture, that is) cuts off the tree branch that he is sitting on.
Is ‘Hinduism’ a religion defined solely by caste-hatred?
This also led to the perpetuation of ‘Hinduism’ as a religion defined solely by caste-hatred. Thus, those of us who are extremely proud and fond of the Indian past, have no way of protesting against caste discrimination, and the systematic apportioning of hatred in the varna system, without totally rejecting ‘Hinduism’ as it is defined today.
How is the distribution of Worth decided in Hinduism?
Distribution of worth and non-worth is decided by one’s karma in past lives and supported by the theory of transmigration of souls. No matter how much the Hindus deny the practice of caste discrimination in their faith, the foundation of Hinduism is inherently discriminatory and full of hostilities.
Do Brahmins believe in the Vedas as their holy texts?
Though Brahmins claim the Vedas as their holy texts, the religion that we find in the Vedas themselves has little to do with contemporary Brahminism.