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29. Other Faiths
Yes and no. Some religions consider their God as being the “only” one. Anything else is false. Some reflect the flexibility of modern times and indicate that while others may choose to label it different, it is essentially the same “God”. So, it appears that the God-ful religions in their very own essence talk about their “different” and very “own” God. Hinduism, on the other hand, is a “God” less philosophy. There is all-pervasive energy and its creation.
Other reading material:
Relevant videos: Swami Nikhilanand Hinduism Q & A: Do Different Religions Have Different Gods
Contributor: Rajeev Singh
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29. Other Faiths
Since the inner intent of all religions is to bind man back to God, Hindus seek not to interfere with anyone’s faith or practice. We believe that there is no exclusive path, no one way for all. Hindus profoundly know that God is the same supreme being in whom peoples of all faiths find solace, peace and liberation. None the less we realize that all religions are not the same.
Each has its unique beliefs, practices, goals, and paths of attainment, and the doctrines of one often conflict with those of another. Even this should never be a cause for religious tension and intolerance.
Hindus respect all religious traditions and the people within them.
Modified from the original source: Sadguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami of Kauai Hindu monastery.
Other reading material:
Relevant videos:
Contributor: Jyoti Lulla
URL of this page: hinduspeakers.org/ufaqs/z-what-is-a-hindus-attitude-towards-other-faith-beliefs/
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29. Other Faiths
Main differences between three Abrahamic and four Dharmic faiths are summarized in this table. This is a high level general guidance. Not all religions follow these beliefs equally (example: circumcison).
Source: From the Book-Interfaith Marriage: Share and Respect with Equality by Dilip Amin
Other reading material: Being Different, An Indian Challenge to Western Universalism, by Rajiv Malhotra. HarperCollins Publication.
Relevant videos
Contributor: Dilip Amin
URL of this page: hinduspeakers.org/ufaqs/z-what-are-the-main-differences-between-abrahamic-and-dharmic-faiths/
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29. Other Faiths