ancienthinduism
nounUK /ˈeɪnʃənt ˈhɪnduːɪzəm/
US /ˈeɪnʃənt ˈhɪnduːɪzəm/
Ancient Hinduism is the old religion of India that began thousands of years ago.
In class we learned that ancient Hinduism has many gods and holy books.
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2. The collection of early beliefs and practices that later grew into modern Hinduism.
Scholars study ancient Hinduism to understand how Hindu customs started.
3. The religious culture of India before modern times, including rituals and temple worship.
The museum exhibit on ancient Hinduism showed old statues of gods.
4. A school subject about the history of Hindu religion and thought.
She wrote a report on ancient Hinduism for her history class.