Questions tagged [dharma]
Dharma (Sanskrit: धर्म ) is a key concept with multiple meanings in the Indian religions Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism.
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How should we dispose old pictures of devatas and holy books?
In my house we have collected many pictures of deities and gurus, as well as holy books and shloka books. These have become old and dirty over the years. What is the proper way to dispose of them ...
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How to behave with Pashandavadis/heretics?
Pashandavadis are those who denigrate the Veda.Also those who believe in any philosophy apart from Veda. How to deal with them?
Should we avoid contact with them?
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Dharma for homosexuals
I am 21 years old male, currently in college. I have been interested in dharma, bhakti and knowledge of śāstra from childhood. But, on attaining puberty, I realised I am attracted to men and ...
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Guidance of shastra study for non-dvijas
As a non-dvija and a Vaishnava (though not received diksha yet), I am interested in deep and systematic study of shastra. I know Veda can only be studied by the dvija males. I want to know which are ...
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If I marry a Japanese Woman will I go straight to hell?
I'm a Kshatriya by Varna just in case that's needed to be known.
Do scriptures allow Hindus to marry foreigners?
In this question the answer seems to outright suggest that it's a huge sin to marry a ...
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What was that story of Bhagwan Krishn and a hunter?
I've once read a story about Bhagwan Krishn where he saved a Hiran (deer) from the Hunter, and then educated the hunter to give up on meat and killing animals. Telling him it's adharma to take one's ...
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What exactly is Krishna asking arjuna to abandon in Bhagavad Gita 18.66?
https://www.holy-bhagavad-gita.org/chapter/18/verse/66
सर्वधर्मान्परित्यज्य मामेकं शरणं व्रज |
अहं त्वां सर्वपापेभ्यो मोक्षयिष्यामि मा शुच: || 66||
sarva-dharmān parityajya mām ekaṁ śharaṇaṁ vraja
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What are the names of all four wifes of four sons of King Dashratha?
What are the names of all four wifes of four sons of King Dashratha ??
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What do Shastras say about earning money?
Are we allowed to earn money? Or should I be content with the money I already have. What should I do with the money I earn? Am I supposed to donate a particular percent of my earnings?
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What is a Sannyasis dharma towards his mother ? Which scripture tells rules about it?
As far as I know Sannyasis are supposed to do Namaskaram to their mothers. But which scripture say this?
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Does scripture ever refer to anybody as an adherent of Hinduism or Sanatana Dharma?
They say that "Hindu" is a name given to Hindus by foreigners. There are references to "Sanatana Dharma" in scripture - which would be the Hindu name of Hinduism.
While Hindus are ...
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Does our previous life karma influence or shape our present life gunas (viz. Sattva, Rajas and Tamas).?
Please provide references from Upanishads and Vedas if possible.
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I had converted to Islam can I be Hindu again?
Few days ago I had become a Muslim.Although I never ate any meat or performed namaz etc..I did a sankalpa that I am a Muslim..Now I have a few doubts..Have I become a Mleccha(as Usana smriti says I ...
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Is performing Adharma better than performing inaction?
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Is taking the adharmic approach to fulfilling your duty better than not performing your duty at all? While I understand both adharma and inaction are not recommended, I am still curious to ...
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Narada Smriti and Dasas
Using this pdf Narada Smriti why does Narada Smriti authorize Dasas to rub and shampoo the master's body? Is this not lusty work?
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Books on the laws for treatment of Dasas and Dasis
What legal Hindu text deals extensively with the laws for Dasas and Dasis in ancient India primarily regarding treatment.
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Why do some Dharmasastras allow abortion in the case of adultery/assault?
It appears sastras clearly admit even a fetus has a Jivatma menaing it has a spark of life, but why should it be moral to abort if say the mother or some evil man commit sin. It is innceont after all.
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When is Abortion Allowed or considered Dharmic?
Under what circumstances would Abortion be viewed as Dharmic in scripture?
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What protection do Dharmashastras give for a wife who is being harmed by her husband
While I understand the Dharmashastras not liking adultery, allowing a man to discipline his wife for a righteous reason and remarrying while not abandoning his former wife if she is incompatible to ...
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Is it necessary to declare sins publicly?
I read somewhere that sins should not be kept secret. what is the scriptural opinion?
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Punishment regarding murder of a human
There are penances listed in dharmashastras for murder, but are there any laws with capital punishment or some other government penalty for murderers to face?
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How did the Jiva ended up in this material cosmos?
Hare Krsna, I am seeking an answer to the question on how has the Jiva ended up in this material cosmos?
In some sources, it is mentioned that the Jiva-atma is eternally present in Vaikuntha as an ...
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Is there any way for a Mleccha to become an Arya?
In Manusmriti and various other texts which outlines Dharma it mentions how when Arya's conquer Mleccha land and the Brahminas enter they make the land pure and hence while the people are impure the ...
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Are Nara Narayana Rishis Brahmanas?
Are Nara Narayana Rishis Brahmanas?
They are said to be sons of Dharma..Are there any scriptual passages that say they are brahmanas.
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Is Lakshmana's duties to his elder brother prioritized over his duties as a husband?
Is Lakshmana leaving his wife to serve his older brother considered dharmic, if yes, then what is the reasoning behind such?
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Should Children Obey Unrighteous Parents?
In this regard, I found this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XY3F1vGujNE posted on this blog: https://antaryamin.wordpress.com/2020/01/13/should-children-obey-unrighteous-parents/
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How to ensure Brahminas don't step out of line regarding the law
The Dharmashastras forbid any capital punishments on Brahminas. While this is partly understandable as doing harm to a holy man is considered wrong, couldn't some Brahminas with evil intentions step ...
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Why did the deities say so regarding Shachi devi?
In Mahabharata the story of Nahusha..Nahusha becomes Indra and asks Sachi devi to approach him..First Gods say she is wife of Purandara hence stay away..But Nahusha pressures the Devatas..Meanwhile ...
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I unknowingly ate bovine collagen. What now?
I was at the gym and I got a protein shake and I didn’t know there was anything wrong with it but it turned out it had bovine collagen. What do I do, which god or goddess should I pray and repent to? ...
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Reasons for polygamy amongst the Dvija
As Medhatithi's Manubhashya states, "This however is not right; because in regard to men there is a distinct sanction—(a) ‘Those who act through mere lust, etc.,’ (b) ‘the barren wife shall be ...
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About the appearance of Dharma and Adharma
Well, most of us know Dharma and Adharma, the embodients of good and evil and also the mind-born sons of Brahma.
Some people know that Dharma is assumes the form of Lord Shiva's Ox.
But, what is his ...
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Vyadha Gita in the original sanskrit text
Now i'm working on translating the Vyadha Gita (A Gita from Vana Parva in Mahabharat) in sanskrit text. I found the sanskrit one from All About Gita Website, and it was published by Belur Math. But ...
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Rulelessness in Hinduism: Fact or Fiction?
Many a times Hindus today are heard saying that there are no rules in Hinduism. Hinduism doesn't provide any scriptural injunction whether you are in 'Bramhacharya', 'Grihastha', 'Vanprastha' or '...
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How is Fight/Flight decision by Karmic belief
In an individual's life when a person is confronted with temporary hardships too much to endure...how does one decide when to bear it as a prarabhdam or when to get rid of the source of pain by ...
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Bovine products in medicine - medical necessity
I live in US and try to avoid medicine containing bovine products such as gelatin, collagen, glycerin, stearic acid etc. I wanted to check that if someone is in hospital and needed some medicine ...
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In scripture is self-defense when a man is faced against a female assailant permitted to fight
In Hinduism based on scripture can a man fight a woman if she is trying to do bodily harm to him? If not why..?
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Why Brahmins are immune to many punishments in Dharmashastras
I want to know why Brahmins were immune to many punishments in dharmashastras which are indeed heinous doesn't this mean a Brahmin can do anything he/she wants? Once again I am not 100% against these ...
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Contraception in hinduism?
I'm fully aware hinduism prohibits barrier method(condoms, etc.) but what is its stance on other methods like sterilization or hormonal stuff?
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Views on Inter-Faith Dialogue and using other Religious Literature
I was looking at Francais Clooney's comparative theology and I liked his view. From what I got he held that other religious texts could give a new perspective of your religion and welcome them, but ...
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Reintegration of mixed Varnas into society based on morality
While birth is a feature of mixed castes, it seems their violent nature was also discussed. Is there any text that explicitly states that a mixed Varna member with good morality can integrate into a ...
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Are there any instances in scriptures where wives disobeyed their adharmic husbands?
And their anti scriptural instructions?
Kindly mention scriptural references..
Also any references that illegal order of husband should be disobeyed..
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When can one disobey Superior person's orders?
Pranam,
Like order of Father Husband or Guru etc..
Please provide scriptural references..
Thanks
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Questions regarding marriage
I am ofc going to be single, so this rule doesn't apply to me, but what I want to know is when a boy and girl would formally marry. Then, when that marriage is consummated. What is the punishment for ...
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What are Shishya Dharma (duties)?
What are the set of rules laid for a shishya? What are his duties towards guru mandal in particular?
And what are the dos and don'ts for him as a upasaka in general?
What Sadachara must a upasaka ...
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How did Duryodhana reach heaven despite harassing Draupadi and trying to kill Pandavas in wax palace? [duplicate]
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Where did Duryodhana and Pandavas go after their death
that Duryodhana got heaven because in BG Krishna said those who die bravely get heaven. So, is this like Abrahamic religions ...
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How are Asura and rakshas so powerful?
If it is said that seminal energy brings strength, power, and peace, then how are so many Asura and rakshas powerful if they don't practice celibacy? (Sometimes even more powerful than god)
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How do Hindus wash genitals and anus during bath?
According to the shastras, one should wear a cloth while bathing/showering.
This is one reason why Krishna stole the gopis' clothes.
But if you're wearing underwear while showering, how are you ...
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If we carry our karma to our next life, does it mean people who are poor/sad/disabled deserve such a life? And isn't helping them a sin too?
I have heard a lot in hinduism about our karma passing on to our next life. If I am a horrible person this life and living a great life, the next one is going to be miserable. By that logic, people ...
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Can a lady who was celibate for most of her life be a Brahmacharya?
Is it possible for a lady to be a brahmacharya if she was obliged by family duty to enter a marriage that lasted only a few weeks, after which she remained celibate the rest of her life? In the eyes ...
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