Apr 18, 2024, 06:39 AM IST

Which is oldest religion in world?

Ritik Raj

There are various religions that people believe in around the world such as Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, Buddhism, Judaism, Jainism, etc.

Do you know which religion is the oldest among these?

According to mythological and historical evidence, Hinduism, also known as Sanatan Dharma or Vedic religion, is the oldest religion in the world.

The symbols of Hinduism are Om and Swastika.

Scholars have found evidence of Hinduism's existence in Harappa, Mohenjodaro, and the Indus Valley Civilization.

In ancient times, the god of Hindus was Pashupati Shiva and they also worshipped unknown maternal powers.

Hindus have a tradition of worshipping idols of Peepal, Shivling, and various Gods and Goddesses since ancient times.

The sages and seers of the Hindu religion composed Vedas and Puranas in the Sanskrit language, writing verses to please their deity with Vedic mantras.

Vedic, the language of culture, was the first language of the world.

The first Veda composed by the sages was called Rigveda, and Hindus also spoke European languages.