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Hinduism 2055/02 Oct Nov 2024

Hinduism 2055/02 Oct Nov 2024

1. Hindu Scriptures and Philosophy – Teachings from the Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita on karma, self-realization, and right action.

2. Devotional Path and Interpretation of Scriptures – Debate on whether devotion requires scriptural study and the necessity of personal interpretation.

3. Hindu Life Stages and Rituals – Ceremonies marking ashramas, significance of antyeshti (funeral rites), and debates on the relevance of namakarana (naming ceremony).

4. Dharma, Varnas, and Social Order – Role of varnas in ideal society and the relative importance of dharma among the purusharthas (life goals).

5. Hindu Reform Movements – Contributions of reformers like Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Swami Dayananda Saraswati, and Ram Mohan Roy in social and religious change.

6. Education and Gender Equality in Hinduism – Debate on whether women should receive the same education as men, supported by perspectives from Indian reformers.

Laura Bellini

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