hindoeïsme

Definitions of hindoeïsme
  1. noun
    a body of religious and philosophical beliefs and cultural practices native to India and based on a caste system; it is characterized by a belief in reincarnation, by a belief in a supreme being of many forms and natures, by the view that opposing theories are aspects of one eternal truth, and by a desire for liberation from earthly evils
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    yoga
    Hindu discipline aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility that is achieved through the three paths of actions and knowledge and devotion
    type of:
    erezaak, geloof, geloofsovertuiging, gewetenszaak, godsdienst, kloosterleven, religie
    a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
  2. noun
    the religion of most people in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal
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    brahmanisme
    the religious and social system of orthodox Hinduism
    type of:
    erezaak, geloof, geloofsovertuiging, gewetenszaak, godsdienst, kloosterleven, religie
    an institution to express belief in a divine power
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