Hinduism

An about of Hindus, Hindus are get criticized for constantly, is vegetarianism. Hindus don’t eat meat primarily because it can cause many diseases. Modern studies have proven that vegetarians have better longevity than meat eaters. All religions respect life, but they eat only to survive.

However, they attempt to reduce meat eating, but not stop. For example, Islam and Judaism forbid eating of certain meats, such as pork and shellfish. Catholic Christianity forbids eating meat on Fridays. Hindu Dharma forbids eating of meat, but does allow warriors to eat only during wartime, because meat and blood causes a violent temper that is needed in war. However, under no circumstances, does Hinduism allow slaughtering and eating of cows. This is simply because the cow is like mother to humans. Mothers give milk to their newborn child, the same way the cow gives other creatures, such as humans, milk. Dr. Frawley writes, “Respect for the cow is meant to instill the virtues of gentleness and receptivity into the human mind.”

The Hindu belief of god is very confusing. Hindu Dharma believes that there is an Ultimate and Supreme Being. The Hindu Dharma is in no way polytheistic. The misunderstanding is caused by the different images. Each Hindu believes that the Supreme Being is invested in himself and the symbol and image. Because of this, there are so many deities in various shapes and forms. Some believe in people, plants, and animals. Others worship rocks and lifeless items. Hindu Dharma does not object as long as the Supreme is being worshiped.