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Hinduism in Asia

History of Hinduism

The following concept of Hinduism may be usefull here: Also referred to as Sanatana Dharma, the eternal faith, Hinduism is not strictly a religion. It is based on the practice of Dharma, the code of life. A detailed explanation of Hindu texts is found in the Vedic scriptures. ‘India’ comes from the word ‘Hindu’.

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