which school is for me

[Iti oj]

Ill assume you all know a lot about my lovely self and can help point a school of thought to study

 

[Vinayaka]

Study it generally first. Then select from there. Just like sorting out a giant pile of fruit until you find the tastiest mango.

 

[Iti oj]

Study it generally first. Then select from there. Just like sorting out a giant pile of fruit until you find the tastiest mango.

Good advice friend. So I understand the pantheon and god is all thing. Though I should/could still study. The pantheon its self. And I have a grasp an opinion on reincarnation.. so where should I start/go next?

 

[Vinayaka]

The basic books like "Hinduism for Dummies", or better yet, "What is Hinduism?" The English books explaining it will take you further than jumping right into scripture, in my opinion anyway. Also, get thine body off to a temple somewhere, since Hinduism is more experiential than scriptural. Watching actions speaks louder than reading books.

 

[Iti oj]

The basic books like "Hinduism for Dummies", or better yet, "What is Hinduism?" The English books explaining it will take you further than jumping right into scripture, in my opinion anyway. Also, get thine body off to a temple somewhere, since Hinduism is more experiential than scriptural. Watching actions speaks louder than reading books.

They just opened the new huge super temple here in jersey. I have been wanting to check it out, do you know any good titles for the kindle?

 

[Madhuri]

Did I read somewhere that you see god as female? Or have an attraction to the goddess?

 

[Iti oj]

Did I read somewhere that you see god as female? Or have an attraction to the goddess?

Im currently working with a father universe mother earth thang..bu I have posted about my love affair with inanana and other such goddesses.

 

[Madhuri]

The Shakta (mother goddess) sect might attract you. It still views God as male and female, but has a special regard for the Goddess, believing that she is the one who listens and helps. If you do happen to find that curious, our resident Shakta is DeviChaaya. She knows a lot about it and what is good to read.

http://www.religiousforums.com/forum/members/devichaaya-32693.html

 

[Vinayaka]

They just opened the new huge super temple here in jersey. I have been wanting to check it out, do you know any good titles for the kindle?

Could be the same one Jainarayan went to for awhile.

Read & Learn - Basics has a lot of free stuff on-line, not sure about Kindle.

 

[Iti oj]

The Shakta (mother goddess) sect might attract you. It still views God as male and female, but has a special regard for the Goddess, believing that she is the one who listens and helps. If you do happen to find that curious, our resident Shakta is DeviChaaya. She knows a lot about it and what is good to read.

http://www.religiousforums.com/forum/members/devichaaya-32693.html

Hmm is she equated or similar to mother earth? But I guess aren't most motherly goddess?

 

[StarryNightshade]

Personally, if I converted to Hinduism, I would probably be a Shivaite (viewing Shiva as the supreme being) or Smartha (non-sectarian and more philosophy based rather than ritual). It all depends are what you are looking for.

The Shakta (mother goddess) sect might attract you. It still views God as male and female, but has a special regard for the Goddess, believing that she is the one who listens and helps. If you do happen to find that curious, our resident Shakta is DeviChaaya. She knows a lot about it and what is good to read.

I've heard about this sect. In India, aren't they viewed in a more negative light? Especially if they worship Kali? That they are more superstitious?

 

[Vinayaka]

I've heard about this sect. In India, aren't they viewed in a more negative light?

By whom? Everybody with village mentality view everyone else in a 'negative' light.

 

[Vinayaka]

Ill assume you all know a lot about my lovely self and can help point a school of thought to study

Upon further reflection .... I actually don't think Hinduism is for you. I looked at some of your posts and came to this conclusion. Hinduism really isn't for everyone.

 

[Iti oj]

Upon further reflection .... I actually don't think Hinduism is for you. I looked at some of your posts and came to this conclusion. Hinduism really isn't for everyone.

What did you find incompatible/

 

[Vinayaka]

What did you find incompatible/

Too much to mention, but you have to remember I'm pretty much a traditionalist. There are many others here who would vary. I really think you'd be better off reading some of the stuff I (we) suggested instead of listening to some old fool like me, before coming to any conclusions.

Here were a couple spots though .. Vegetarianism and some quote about a cow being better dead than alive, black magic

 

[Iti oj]

Too much to mention, but you have to remember I'm pretty much a traditionalist. There are many others here who would vary. I really think you'd be better off reading some of the stuff I (we) suggested instead of listening to some old fool like me, before coming to any conclusions.

Here were a couple spots though .. Vegetarianism and some quote about a cow being better dead than alive, black magic

Haha no worries friend im gonna do what im gonna do regardless of anyone, but hearing your "concerns" can highlight issues sects to avoid etc.

Yeah I like meat... I said what about cows?..and I don't think you know what black magic is.

And I agree about the reading im gonna start with that link and then end up who knows where

 

[Vinayaka]

There is no offense intended, I just think not everything is for everybody, nd sometimes it might be beneficial to cut to the chase. We Hindus, unlike other faiths, rarely proseltyse, after all. Maybe that was the hidden point I was trying to make. And of course you can do whatever you wish.

 

[Iti oj]

There is no offense intended, I just think not everything is for everybody, nd sometimes it might be beneficial to cut to the chase. We Hindus, unlike other faiths, rarely proseltyse, after all. Maybe that was the hidden point I was trying to make. And of course you can do whatever you wish.

None was taken. The thing is im an explore and I've picked my next destination. No better way to learn and grow then immerse yourself. But I get lost easy and stopped for directions tehehe

 

[Madhuri]

Hmm is she equated or similar to mother earth? But I guess aren't most motherly goddess?

Mother Earth is one manifestation of the Goddess

 

[Wannabe Yogi]

I've heard about this sect. In India, aren't they viewed in a more negative light? Especially if they worship Kali? That they are more superstitious?

There are a lot of lack understanding by some when it comes to Tantra and Shakta worship. There is a perception of some that it is all black magic, sex, meat and drugs. I have been walking this path now for years. Here are some facts:

-Woman have been not only allowed to practice in an equal way.They have also been Guru's in this path since time began.
-Caste discrimination has been soundly rejected by some sects. Even the worship in the most important Mother Temple in India has low caste priests. It has always has been this way.
-Some of the cultures who practice this religion are matriarchal and not patriarchal.
-Some of its scriptures were written by woman.
-Many who follow this path are Vegetarian.
-In the states of Bengal,Assam and Orissa it is probably the most popular sect of Hinduism. I just got back from the villages of West Bengal for every car that I saw Krishna advertised on the car I saw 100 with the names of Kali or Tara on it.
-Some of the most Important Hindu Saints India produced have been Shaktas.

Most Hindu Mother Temples are attended by families. Just like most other Hindu Temples. This is not to say that Tantra does not have it down sides it does. Just like every group.