HIN 5002 Universal Themes in Hinduism (3 credits)

Inquiry into central principles and practices of Hinduism that exercise global influence and appeal particularly in areas of metaphysics: the nature of the physical world, worldly life, the nature of the individual soul, and ultimate reality, the four fold values of life viz. Dharma, Artha, Kama,Moksha. Duties and responsibilities of a Hindu, Rta, rebirth, sin and atonement. Special features of Hinduism: such as theism v/s atheism,monotheism v/s polytheism, ethical values such as truth, happiness,suffering, justice, non-violence, charity, gratitude, purity, forgiveness,universal love, peace, concern for environment, global welfare, humanism;equality and freedom of thinking and belief.

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