There are three core beliefs or the 3 pillar thoughts that make Hinduism more scientific and close to god. But before, Let’s understand what is Hinduism. Hinduism is not a religion, it is a way of life, universal order, and eternal path. It teaches us how to live our life hence also called Sanatan Dharma. It is a set of eternal universal laws that apply to all living beings with a conscience.
Hindus see the universe and everything in it as belonging to and being a part of God. Hindu believes that each person is divine and that human life’s purpose is to experience this divinity. Living life with Moksha as a goal by following the Hindu scripture is the ideal life for every Hindu. Any human can do this, it isn’t limited to specific people or religion.
Let’s look at the 3 core beliefs
1. The One Existence
Hindu believes in only one ultimate existence. The one Supreme reality from which the whole creation came and after dissolution whole creation will return to that one. Hindu scriptures identify this Supreme reality as Brahman. Others can identify it as God too.
If this Brahaman is in the form of time and space and has no specific form then it is called Niguna Brhaman. For starting the creation, this Niguna Brahman comes into the form of Saguna Brahman means It has a form, identity, and purpose, which may vary over time. This Daguna Brahaman is also called Supreme Ishawara, the Purushottama.
We are all, every living and nonliving thing, earth and all universes are the creation of this one Ishwara. He is our only parent. We are all part of this one Ishawara and at the end, we will be going back to him. The famous Sanskrit phrase from Maha Upanishad “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्)” represents the same thought we all came from one Supreme and we all are part of one family.
2. Three Forms of Ishawara
These are the first manifestations of Ishvara, His Supreme Forms, His Three Aspects, or Faces. The Supreme Ishwara appears as Three.
1. Brahma
When Ishawara is engaged in creation then this form is called Brahma the creator. In this form, Ishwara creates everything that exists. As creation is the work of the mind and the intellect, Lord Brahma symbolizes the Universal Mind. From the standpoint of an individual, he symbolizes one’s own mind and intellect. Brahmadev is the creator. He is responsible for shaping and populating the world and associated with the creation of life forms and the establishment of the natural order. He is often associated with the creation of time itself.
2. Vishnu
The aspect of Ishvara in which He preserves takes care of, and maintains the world is named Vishnu; Vishnu is the Preserver. He is also in charge of maintaining the cosmic balance and for that, he takes different avatars and appears on the earth. Vishnu also represents space in scientific terms.
3. Shiva
When Ishvara ends the worlds when they’re no longer needed, it’s called Shiva or Mahadeva. Shiva is the one who dissolves the worlds, In a way making the way for the new creation. He’s also known as a great ascetic, avoiding indulgence and focusing on meditation to attain ultimate happiness. Shiva also represents time in scientific definition.
3. Karma and Rebirth
The idea of karma and rebirth stems from the belief that nothing in creation can be permanently destroyed. Life and death are temporary phases, and a new cycle begins after death. Our actions and thoughts leave impressions in our minds and the universe. The universe reflects what we give it: good actions and thoughts result in positive outcomes, while bad ones lead to negative consequences.
One of creation’s mechanisms to help facilitate a soul’s spiritual development is karma.
Karma does both, liberate us and tie us to the world. Through selfless krama, a human can realize their true nature and be liberated. The good or bad karma with the intention of the good or bad result will tie us to the world and we will born again and again until we clear out all our karmic accounts by performing selfless action.
Hindu scriptures strongly believe that we get the human life to make spiritual progress as no other body is feasible for attaining Moksha.
Conclusion
Hindus believe in oneness, oneness in everything. Every part of this universe is part of one Supreme spirit. This Supreme spirit takes different forms to maintain this universe, Brahma for creation, Vishnu for sustenance, and Shiva for destruction. Every single question regarding this world and every human life can be understood through the theory of Karma and rebirth. These 3 beliefs are the strong foundation for the Hindu philosophy.