Why do some members of the Indian diaspora support Hindu nationalism from abroad? In other words, what motivates this attachment, what does it bring them emotionally or socially, and how does the ideology travel and take root outside of India?

Edit: Not a bot! I'm a PhD student researching transnational nationalism, trying to understand why Hindus in the diaspora maintain ties to Hindu nationalist ideology, how that ideology is transmitted across borders, and what emotions are attached to it. Sorry, I didn't know the posting standards here :)

Note: there's surprisingly little survey data on this specifically, which is part of why I'm researching it. The HSS (the overseas arm of the RSS) now has over 500 branches in 39 countries, which gives some sense of the organizational scale.

Iam the only daughter of my father he got no one else to do his final rites
We are Hindus
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I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately.
Millions of people visit temples every year for peace, devotion, and spiritual connection… but honestly many experiences now feel:

overcrowded
unsafe
commercialized
rushed
exhausting for elderly people

We’ve recently seen situations around temple rushes and even deaths during heavy crowding, and it made me wonder:

What are the biggest problems devotees actually face today while trying to practice their faith or visit temples?

Examples:
crowd management?
scams?
VIP culture?
lack of digital systems?
stress during yatras?
safety for parents/senior citizens?
difficulty for NRIs to stay spiritually connected?
younger generation feeling disconnected from spirituality?

I’m genuinely trying to understand whether devotees today need better solutions beyond just “online puja apps.”

If someone built a truly useful platform for devotees, what should it solve first?
Would honestly love real experiences and opinions.

Swasti to all, Jai Sanatan Dharma! I approach this topic not with hostility, but with honest curiosity. My aim is to foster awareness, to gently pull back the curtain on certain aspects of Abrahamic religions, particularly Christianity and Islam, that we, as a Hindu, might find profoundly incompatible with our own spiritual ethos. This isn't about condemnation, but about understanding, about questioning, and about asserting our unique spiritual identity in a world often dominated by singular narratives.

The Core Conflict: Monotheism vs. Polytheism/Henotheism

At the heart of it, the Abrahamic faiths are built on a foundation of exclusive monotheism. There is one God, and only one God. This God is not just supreme; He is the sole divine reality.

Hinduism's Expansive Divine Landscape

Contrast this with our Sanatana Dharma. We have a cosmos teeming with divine energies, manifesting in countless forms. We have the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva), the powerful Devi in her myriad forms (Durga, Kali, Lakshmi, Saraswati), Ganesha, Hanuman, and an endless pantheon of devas and devis. This isn't just a collection of deities; it's a recognition of the multifaceted nature of the Absolute.

Understanding Our Devatas

For us, these are not separate, warring gods. They are aspects, manifestations, and energies of the singular, formless Brahman. Worshipping Shiva doesn't negate Vishnu; it's like appreciating different facets of the same diamond.

The Jealous God: A Concept Alien to Dharma

One of the most striking differences lies in the very nature of the dictator-like Abrahamic God. The Bible, for instance, repeatedly emphasizes His jealousy. "For you shall not bow down to any other god, for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God" (Exodus 20:5).

How This Contradicts Our Beliefs

This concept of divine jealousy is utterly foreign to Hindu philosophy. Our Gods don't demand exclusive worship out of insecurity. They embody principles. Their power and presence are not diminished by our devotion to other forms. In fact, devotion (Bhakti) is a path, and the chosen deity is a guide, a focal point.

What About Unbelievers?

Furthermore, the Abrahamic traditions often speak of punishment for disbelief or for worshipping "false gods." What happens to unbelievers in these faiths? Often, it's eternal damnation or separation from God. This punitive, exclusionary approach to those outside the faith is a stark contrast to the inclusive spirit of Dharma, which often focuses on karma and rebirth as natural consequences of one's actions and consciousness. Further mode, Hindu philosophy accepts atheists and one's karma alone, not the faith to God, is the only way to achieve salvation.

God's Nature: Singular Will vs. Cosmic Play (Lila)

The Abrahamic God is typically depicted as having a singular, often rigid, will that dictates all. There's a clear dichotomy: God's way, or the wrong way.

The Divine Lila

In Hinduism, we have the concept of Lila – the divine play. The universe and its workings are seen as a cosmic dance, a sport of the divine. This implies a certain freedom, a dynamic flow, and an inherent beauty in creation that doesn't stem from a singular, enforced decree but from the very nature of existence. Our Gods are not just rulers; they are participants, creators, preservers, and destroyers within this grand cosmic play.

The Impossibility of "Worshipping Like Any Other Hindu God"

This is where the rubber meets the road. Can we truly worship the Abrahamic God like we worship Vishnu or Devi? Absolutely not.

Exclusivity vs. Inclusivity

The Abrahamic God demands exclusivity. He cannot coexist in your heart's altar alongside Shiva, or Surya, or any other Devata. To worship Him "like any other Hindu god" would be to implicitly deny His absolute, singular claim. It would be to treat Him as one option among many, which is precisely what His theology forbids.

The Unintended Sacrilege

Attempting to offer Him prasad prepared in the same way as for Ganesha, or to chant mantras directed at Him alongside Vedic hymns, would be seen as an act of defiance or even blasphemy within the Abrahamic framework. It dilutes His singular nature.

So, What's the Takeaway?

We must be firm in our understanding of Dharma. Our spiritual path is rich, complex, and beautiful precisely because of its expansive nature. Trying to squeeze the Abrahamic God into our framework is not just theologically unsound; it’s an act that fundamentally misunderstands both traditions.

A Call for Clarity, Not Conflict

Let's foster clarity. Let's educate ourselves and others about the profound differences. This isn't about starting a religious war, but about preserving the integrity of our own beautiful tradition and understanding why certain integrations are simply impossible without compromising core tenets.

I'm genuinely curious to hear your perspectives. Have you encountered your family members visited churches to pray? Please educate them

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Namaste everyone 🙏

I’ve recently started creating AI-powered devotional and mythological cinematic videos inspired by the divine stories of Lord Krishna, Radha, and the beautiful Rasleelas of Vrindavan ❤️✨

This short video is part of my ongoing Krishna Divya Leela in Vrindavana series, where I’m trying to recreate the emotional and spiritual atmosphere of Vrindavan through AI visuals, cinematic storytelling, voiceover, music, and editing.

In this particular clip, I focused on:
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🎶 Krishna’s enchanting flute and Rasleela
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✨ The peaceful and emotional spiritual vibe of Krishna Leelas

My intention is to make these timeless stories visually engaging for today’s audience while preserving the bhakti and devotional essence of the original leelas 🙏

I would genuinely love feedback from this community:

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I’ve seen multiple videos of a Pakistani YouTuber trolling Indians specifically Hindus and Indian Muslims very happily supporting him and even mocking Hinduism.

Points to note :

1. Not a single comment supporting India.

2. Every Muslims whether Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi united against Hindus.

3. Calling us andhbhakts while blatantly insulting our religion and trying to convince Hindus that they are wrong.

I’ve also many times seen Muslims from India trying to convince me to give up my faith because it’s wrong and it’s almost like these people are always reading about Hinduism in order to twist it and convert people.

Christian Missionaries have done a number to India.

The state of Tamil Nadu, which is 87% Hindu, 6% Christian and 6% Muslim just elected their first Christian Chief Minister (think Governor of a State), an actor turned politician named Vijay.

The previous Chief Minister, M. K. Stalin, (yup he was named after Joseph Stalin) had his son Udhayanidhi become the Leader of the Opposition.

In welcoming the new Chief Minister, he says "Sanatana Dharma must be abolished", a religion followed by 87% of the state.

Earlier also he speaks wrong against sanatan dharma.

Why don't he speak about his on religion rather than pointing other religion.

Sanatan dharma is the oldest religion. India is a country where all religion are equally respectful.

Our law also teaches us secularism. Unity in diversity, then why such type of people like stalin is not punished yet.

Hey everyone,

I’ve been into astrology for a while, but I always felt like the 12 Zodiac signs were a bit too broad. I mean, how can 1/12th of the world have the same personality, right?

Last night, I was reading up on the 27 Nakshatras in Vedic Astrology, and it kind of blew my mind. For those who don't know, Nakshatras are like "lunar mansions" that break the sky down into much smaller, more specific sections.

I looked up my own birth Nakshatra, and the level of detail was incredible. It didn't just talk about my "vibe"—it went into my specific motivations, how I handle stress, and even my hidden talents. It felt much more personal and accurate than my Western sun sign ever did.

For the people here who are more experienced: Which Nakshatra placement in your chart do you feel has the biggest impact on your daily life? Is it your Moon Nakshatra or your Ascendant?

Also, if you're a beginner like me and want to find yours, that blog I linked above has a really clear list of all 27 and what they represent. It's a great place to start!

Radhe radhe, Har har mahadev, Jai Shri raam 🙏

Hi I am working on creating a guide for free for all about hinduism.

would love feedback and ideas

https://www.guidetohinduism.com/

Jai Shree Ram!

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Hi, [23M] here, from Bangladesh.

I’ve seen country-based subreddits and Discord servers for different religious communities, even for atheists, so I was wondering if there’s any subreddit or Discord server specifically for Bangladeshi Hindus.

I feel something like this could be really helpful, especially at this moment. It could help raise awareness, share live updates, and keep people informed about ongoing events. Facebook groups don’t seem very effective these days.

Or,

we could even create a space that brings together Hindus from both parts of Bengal, since we mostly share the same culture and heritage. A platform like that could make it easier to stay connected and share live updates of both Bangla and spread immediately if any incident happens like Dipu Chandra Das incident. And as far as ik, Indian people read a lot, which could educate Bangladeshi Hindus more about their religion and sharp the argument so that we can reduce conversion.

Swasti.