Hindu Mythology
The roots of much of Hindu beliefs are found in Vedic philosophy. The major character archetypes, stories and sacred ideas of the Vedic civilization are central to Hindu thought. It is believed that there are four existing Vedas, the Rig Veda, Yajur Veda, the Atharva Veda and the Sama Veda. It is extremely interesting to note that much of the mythological themes are similar to those of contemporary society. Aspects of Hindu beliefs are evident in many cultural motifs and art. Tourists staying in India 5 star hotels will be able to experience much of this first hand.
The Hindu belief system is represented in two traditional epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Each of these works depicts a specific incantation of the Krishna and Rama. They are not only religious scriptures; they serve as major sources of cultural and artistic themes and focus. There are profound philosophical discussions in the books, which contribute to their mystical significance. They are divided into chapters that are based on moral themes. In each chapter a story is presented that demonstrates a particular situation where the main character makes decisions based on Hindu Law and its relation to righteousness. The stories are rich with parables that continue to inspire and serve as sources of devotional material for faithful Hindus.
There are many gods in the Hindu religion with a trilogy of deities in the top level. These are Vishnu, the protector, Shiva, the destroyer, and Brahma, the creator. With them are their wives Shakti, the goddess of courage and power, Lakshmi the goddess of all forms of wealth, and Saraswati, the goddess of learning. Many of the other gods are associated with specific functions and purposes. Varuna is the god of oceans, Agni is the god of fire, Surya is the sun god and Soma is the moon god. Incantation of some of the gods is an important aspect of Hindu belief. Vishnu is the protector of life, and will manifest in the world where it is necessary to correct a situation.
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