Hinduism is an ancient religion that originated in India between 4000-2000 BC. It has no single founder or scriptures but its oldest texts are the Vedas. Hindus believe in concepts like dharma, karma, samsara, moksha and believe God can be realized through different paths like bhakti (devotion), jnana (wisdom), and karma (action). Festivals are an important part of Hinduism and celebrate both religious occasions and changing seasons.

1. Hinduism A Brief Introduction

7. Symbolism in Hinduism

22. Birthday of Lord Rama, the prince of Ayodhya, and his coronation as a king. Sri Ramanavami Mahavir Jayanti Birthday of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism Buddha Jayanti Birthday of Buddha , the founder of Buddhism

24. July/August Raksha Bandhan Symbolizes the love between brother and sister. Krishnashtami Birthday of Lord Krishna, favorite lovable God of many :)

25. August/September Ganesh Chaturthi Birthday of the elephant God, Ganesha Durga Pooja/Navaratri A nine day celebration signifying the victory of Mother Durga over the evil demon King Mahishasura.

27. December/January Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh, one of the Sikh Gurus Sankranti/Pongal Celebration of the harvest festival

28. February/March Mahashivaratri Birthday of Lord Shiva Holi Holi, the festival of colors commemorating the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Holika