Although some disagree that Hinduism is the oldest living religion in the world, none can argue the enormity of the impact it has had, and still continues to have on India's society. ... Hindu spiritual texts such as the Vedas, and other orthodox beliefs and practices of Hinduism have had a strong influence on the foundations of India's ancient and modern civilisation. ... "Religions of Man" recounts the legend of Purusha from expressing how Brahma made the first man, Purusha and from his body four different groups or castes were taken; each caste for a different purpose...

• Word Count: 1545
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Although many world leaders today view growth and modernization as imperative to the advancement of the human race, some view it as harmful to cultural and spiritual awareness and a step towards a materialistic lifestyle and world. ... Gandhi's view on modern civilization spread from economics to religion and it is vital to take the context into account while analyzing his views. ... Throughout the course of his life, Gandhi criticized western civilizations and their lifestyles. ... "Now they (men) are enslaved by temptation of money and of the luxuries that money can buy" ; and...

• Word Count: 2349
• Approx Pages: 9
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate