Hinduism is the 3rd largest religion and dominant in India and Nepal. Its key principles include dharma (righteous living), karma (deeds and their effects on rebirth), bhakti (devotion to God), and jnana (knowledge). Karma determines one's fate based on past and present actions, with the goal of liberation from rebirth through moksha. Bhakti involves worship and devotion, while jnana yoga uses study, contemplation, and meditation to attain supreme knowledge and potentially moksha.

1. Principles of Hinduism By: Shruti Hans

2. Hinduism 3rdlargest religion Dominant religion of India & Nepal Liberal & all embracing Principles: Dharma Karma Bhakti Jnana

3. dharma Living a righteous & responsible life Types Sanatana Dharma – spiritual laws Vamasharama Dharma – individual duties based on classification Sadharana Dharma – how all people should live moral lives

4. Karma Fate based on good/bad deeds Types Prarabdha Karma – karma received in current life Sancita Karma – unrealized karma from past lives Agamin(Sanciyama) Karma – karma accumulating in current life

5. Cycle of Rebirth Good deeds = good karma Bad deeds = bad karma Ultimate goal = liberation (moksha) from rebirth cycle (punishment) End of karmic cycle = attain moksha

7. Summary Dharma – definition of morality Karma- rewards & consequences Bhakti – selfless devotion to God Jnana Yoga- knowledge