Hinduism the Oldest Philosophy in the World
by Thingo
There are countless Eastern philosophies and religions that share similar inspirations and concepts. The origins of these inspirations can largely be traced back to Hinduism, which is considered to be the oldest recognized religion in the world. Hinduism originated in India, one of the oldest cultures in the world, from ancient texts called Vedas or the book of wisdom. These texts, such as ancient hymns and rituals, are considered by many to embody the essence of Hindu thought. As Hinduism spread eastward, various interpretations of its ideas evolved into other philosophies. As a result, philosophies such as Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, among others, share many cultural characteristics and ideas.
One key cultural feature that reveals the way that Easterners, and more specifically Hindus, think is haiku poetry. Haiku poetry is a form of thoughtful poetry that exalts nature, contrasts, and colors. Haikus typically consist of three lines and seventeen syllables, structured in a 5-7-5 pattern. These poems are meant to reflect a moment, impression, or sensation of the particular truth of nature. According to Bill Higginson, the main purpose of reading or writing haiku poems is to share moments from people’s lives that have moved us, experiences and
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