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=**Hinduism **=


 * Founder- unknown


 * Religious Leader- Ghana


 * Place of Worship- Temple or Shrine



**Where did Hinduism Begin? **
Hinduism began in India. It is also practiced in in India and Nepal.

**Main Beliefs **
Brahman is the principal source of the universe. Their life is determined by the law of Karma. Their goal of existence is to reach liberation.

**Hindu Gods **
Some gods and goddesses are Maya, Hanuman, Ram, and Balrama. Maya, is the divine power that brings evaluation to this present earth. She represents the demon and magical arts. Hanuman is the monkey deity reowned for his courage, power, and faith. He was born son of the king and queens of monkeys. Ram took birth to free the Earth from cruelty and sins. Balrama represents strength.

**Sacred Writings **
The Hindus have Vedas which are the Rig Veda, Sama Veda, Yajur Veda, and the Athrava Veda. They are the primary texts of Hinduism. The Mahabaratta is the story of Roma and his wife Sita.

**Practices **
Hindus practice Puja, which involves images of gods and goddesses. They also meditate. Reincarnation is the belief that there is a cycle of life, death, and rebirth.

**Festivals **
The Hindus have a holiday called Divali, which is their new year. Their holidays are based on the cycle of nature.

The Hindus use symbols in art, sacred objects, and rituals. They signify Hindu concepts, the attributes, deity, or gods and goddesses themselves.