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Hinduism 2055/01 Oct Nov 2024

Hinduism 2055/01 Oct Nov 2024

1. Hindu Gods and Murtis – Identification of deities, symbolism of Vishnu’s conch shell, significance of Durga’s weapons, and debate on the necessity of murtis in worship.

2. Trimurti and Hindu Iconography – Roles of Trimurti gods, stories related to them, symbolism of Kartikeya’s murti, and discussion on the importance of iconographic features in worship.

3. Avatars of Vishnu – Stories of Vamana and Narsimha, reasons for Krishna’s devotion, and debate on the importance of Krishna’s role as Arjuna’s charioteer.

4. Lessons from Avatars – Forms of Vishnu as Rama and Narsimha, representation of Krishna in murtis, teachings from Rama and Sita’s relationship, and discussion on Krishna’s childhood vs. later life.

5. Hindu Festivals and Worship – Maha Shivaratri rituals, Shiva’s stories, significance of skin piercing in Cavadi, and discussion on the necessity of understanding religious meanings in festivals.

6. Festivals and Hindu Unity – Remembrance on Cavadi, origins of Ganesh Chaturthi, symbolism of Divali as a festival of light, and debate on whether festivals unite all Hindus.

Laura Bellini

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