- The hindus would never thrust their religion upon other people by force or stratagem. Peace, love, sympathy and service were their watchwords. Wherever they went they gave a lift to the people of the land from primitive life.
- Surely, Hindusthan has been the mother of civilization in the east. And evidences have already come up to prove that Hindu ideas travelled even to ancient Greece, the cradle of western civilization.
- In its march through scores of centuries, Hinduism has been growing in bulk and variety. Within its fold there is now room for numerous sects, such as the Vaishnavas, the Shaktas, the Shaivas, the Sauras, the Ganapatyas etc. Within each of these sects again there is room for numerous distinct groups. Moreover, the faiths of the Jainas, the Buddhas, the Sikhs, the Arya Samaj, the Brahmo Samaj are also derived from Hinduism.
- For some time past the holy religion of the Hindus has been spreading its message in the far west. Many people in Europe and America are learning to esteem the Hindu view of life. Some of them are actually going so far as to Hindu ideas and ideals.
- Indeed, the great religion of the Hindus, is a mighty force for universal good. This is why this religion could have such a brilliant record of past achievements. And this is why the Hindus have reasons to believe that their religion is destined to have a more glorious future.
- We shall discuss certain essential contents of the Hindu religion shortly.
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