Religion in India

Religion is said to be born out of physical and social needs. Early men occupied the hills and forests where they had to lead a miserable existence with their limited material and intellectual resources. In a way, they were totally at the mercy of nature. They had been in a ceaseless war against the … [Read more...] about What are the Functions of Religion?

Bhakti and Sufi Movement The Bhakti and Sufi Movement in India played an important role in bringing harmony between the Hindus and the Muslims. Bhakti Movement The Bhakti Movement was a reform movement in Hinduism. It occupies a significant position in bringing about harmony and normal … [Read more...] about Bhakti and Sufi Movement in India

Religion is the human response to the apprehension of something, or power, which is supernatural and supersensory. It is the expression of the manner, and type, of adjustment effected by a people with their conception of the supernatural. Religion had been regarded as a product of civilization … [Read more...] about What is Religion?

The scholars believe that the Dhamma (the Sanskrit Dharma) which Ashoka tried to propagate was not simply the teachings of Buddhism, but it contained the noblest ideas of humanism which are the essence of all religions. His pillar and rock edicts enlighten us about Ashoka's idea of Dhamma. … [Read more...] about Brief note on Ashoka’s Dhamma

Impact of Bhakti Movement The Bhakti movement in India created far-reaching impact, the chief among them is, however, the following: 1. Removing the bitterness between the Hindus and the Muslims Most of the Bhakti reformers laid a great emphasis on the equality of all the religions and preached … [Read more...] about Impact of Bhakti Movement