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'''Hinduism''' is the main religion of the Indian subcontinent. In ''Toaru Majutsu no Index'', Hinduism and Hindu mythology are used as a base for [[Magic]], primarily by Indian cabals. |
'''Hinduism''' is the main religion of the Indian subcontinent. In ''Toaru Majutsu no Index'', Hinduism and Hindu mythology are used as a base for [[Magic]], primarily by Indian cabals. |
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==Principles== |
==Principles== |
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It should be noted that Hinduism encompasses a wide range of beliefs and is not bound by a single doctrine. By no means can the entirety of Hindu beliefs be summarized; as it is easily the most complex religion in the history of the world. For example, there is no one leader of the religion, equivalent to the Pope or the {{W|Dalai Lama}}, so there are different sects of the religion with different dogmas. |
It should be noted that Hinduism encompasses a wide range of beliefs and is not bound by a single doctrine. By no means can the entirety of Hindu beliefs be summarized; as it is easily the most complex religion in the history of the world. For example, there is no one leader of the religion, equivalent to the Pope or the {{W|Dalai Lama}}, so there are different sects of the religion with different dogmas. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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| − | Hinduism's roots can be traced back to Iron Age India, and as such it is believed to be the oldest living religion in the world. |
+ | Hinduism's roots can be traced back to Iron Age [[India]], and as such it is believed to be the oldest living religion in the world. |
==Chronology== |
==Chronology== |
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==Uses of Hinduism & Hindu Mythology in the story== |
==Uses of Hinduism & Hindu Mythology in the story== |
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*'''Astra''': Supernatural weapons associated with Hindu deities. |
*'''Astra''': Supernatural weapons associated with Hindu deities. |
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| − | **The [[Gate of the Gods Come from the Heavens]] make use of downsized versions of the [[Astra]] |
+ | **The [[Gate of the Gods Come from the Heavens]] make use of downsized versions of the [[Astra|Astras]].<ref name=IndexRTE>[[Toaru Majutsu no Index: Road to Endymion]]</ref><ref name=EnsembleMagicSurface>[[Toaru Majutsu to Kagaku no Ensemble]] Magic Side (Surface) Story</ref> |
*'''Garuda''': A mythical bird, appearing in both Hindu and [[Buddhism|Buddhist]] mythologies, the mount of Vishnu. |
*'''Garuda''': A mythical bird, appearing in both Hindu and [[Buddhism|Buddhist]] mythologies, the mount of Vishnu. |
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| − | **A spiritual item based on the Garuda is used by members of [[Gate of the Gods Come from the Heavens]] for reconnaissance.<ref name |
+ | **A spiritual item based on the Garuda is used by members of [[Gate of the Gods Come from the Heavens]] for reconnaissance.<ref name=IndexRTE/><ref name=EnsembleMagicSurface/> |
*'''Vishnu''': The supreme deity of Vaishnavism, and part of the Trimurti together with Brahma and Shiva, representing preservation. |
*'''Vishnu''': The supreme deity of Vaishnavism, and part of the Trimurti together with Brahma and Shiva, representing preservation. |
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| − | **[[Marian Slingeneyer]] uses [[Dáinsleif]] to summon Vishnu Avatara, an amalgamation of Vishnu's avatars, by cutting away the Amaravati [[Phase]].<ref name |
+ | **[[Marian Slingeneyer]] uses [[Dáinsleif]] to summon Vishnu Avatara, an amalgamation of Vishnu's avatars, by cutting away the Amaravati [[Phase]].<ref name=ShinyakuV10Ch13Pt4>[[Shinyaku Toaru Majutsu no Index Light Novel Volume 10]] Chapter 13 Part 4</ref> |
==Users of Hindu-based Magic== |
==Users of Hindu-based Magic== |
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| − | *[[Laksha]] <ref name |
+ | *[[Laksha]] <ref name=IndexArchives1>[[Toaru Majutsu no Index Archives 1 Audio Drama]]</ref> |
| − | *[[Harisha]] <ref name |
+ | *[[Harisha]] <ref name=IndexArchives1/> |
*[[Gate of the Gods Come from the Heavens]] |
*[[Gate of the Gods Come from the Heavens]] |
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==External Links== |
==External Links== |
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Hinduism is the main religion of the Indian subcontinent. In Toaru Majutsu no Index, Hinduism and Hindu mythology are used as a base for Magic, primarily by Indian cabals.
Principles
Sacred hindu syllable Aum (Om), and highest name of the God, most recognizable symbol of Hinduism.
It should be noted that Hinduism encompasses a wide range of beliefs and is not bound by a single doctrine. By no means can the entirety of Hindu beliefs be summarized; as it is easily the most complex religion in the history of the world. For example, there is no one leader of the religion, equivalent to the Pope or the Dalai Lama, so there are different sects of the religion with different dogmas.
Contrary to popular Western belief, most modern Hindus will attest that it is monotheistic, not polytheistic. In the same way Christianity has the concept of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit being different forms of the same God, Hinduism has a similar belief: Vishnu, Lakshmi, Lord Shiva, Bramha, Hanuman, etc. are all different forms of one God, known variously as Brahma, Ishvara, or other names. So, though Hindu Mythology contains a vast pantheon of gods and beings, they are all recognized to be part of the same Ishvara or "All-Being", i.e, God. This is not set in stone, and debates on whereas Hinduism is polytheistic or monotheistic have occurred for centuries.
Hinduism is also very loose and allows acceptance of other religions; the practice of Hinduic ideals and beliefs, known as Sanadhana Dharma, is defined as "a way of life", and not a religion. This makes Hinduism the only major world religion that is henotheistic by nature, i.e, involving devotion to one God while accepting the existence of others.
History
Hinduism's roots can be traced back to Iron Age India, and as such it is believed to be the oldest living religion in the world.
Chronology
Uses of Hinduism & Hindu Mythology in the story
- Astra: Supernatural weapons associated with Hindu deities.
- The Gate of the Gods Come from the Heavens make use of downsized versions of the Astras.[1][2]
- Garuda: A mythical bird, appearing in both Hindu and Buddhist mythologies, the mount of Vishnu.
- A spiritual item based on the Garuda is used by members of Gate of the Gods Come from the Heavens for reconnaissance.[1][2]
- Vishnu: The supreme deity of Vaishnavism, and part of the Trimurti together with Brahma and Shiva, representing preservation.
- Marian Slingeneyer uses Dáinsleif to summon Vishnu Avatara, an amalgamation of Vishnu's avatars, by cutting away the Amaravati Phase.[3]
Users of Hindu-based Magic
External Links
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Toaru Majutsu no Index: Road to Endymion
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Toaru Majutsu to Kagaku no Ensemble Magic Side (Surface) Story
- ↑ Shinyaku Toaru Majutsu no Index Light Novel Volume 10 Chapter 13 Part 4
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Toaru Majutsu no Index Archives 1 Audio Drama