What is the most important of all Hindu texts?

The Vedas. These are the most ancient religious texts which define truth for Hindus. They got their present form between 1200-200 BCE and were introduced to India by the Aryans. Hindus believe that the texts were received by scholars direct from God and passed on to the next generations by word of mouth.

What does God say about addiction?

1 Corinthians 10:13 “But when you are tempted, He [God] will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” It tells addicts that there is always a way back to sobriety. Even when it all seems hopeless, never give up. Addicts can overcome the temptation of drugs.

What are the three sacred texts of Hinduism?

The revealed texts constitute the Veda, divided into four sections: the Rig Veda, the Yajur Veda, the Sama Veda, and the Atharva Veda. The Vedas are hymns that are also accompanied in the total Veda by Brahmanas (ritual texts) Aranyakas (“forest” or “wilderness” texts), and Upanishads (philosophical texts).

Is smoking considered a sin in Hinduism?

Hinduism should be treated like Guideline. It is not forbidden. Nothing is forbidden in Hinduism. It only says that you are bound by karma and rest all is your choice. If you are asking if it is considered as Sin. Smoking in public areas is Sin. Smoking in smoking zone is not sin.

Does Hindu god Shiva smoke?

Then I can say, for a Hindu believer the answer is ‘yes’ and for a Hindu seeker, the answer is ‘no’. If you start believe Shiva is a human being and he smokes like other human being then it is your own perception. Those who think Shiva is just another name to this formless God, then it is not possible he smokes!!

What are the things that are forbidden in Hinduism?

Nothing is forbidden in Hinduism. It only says that you are bound by karma and rest all is your choice. If you are asking if it is considered as Sin. Smoking in public areas is Sin. Smoking in smoking zone is not sin. It may seem like I am tell you Indian law.

What are the religious views on smoking?

Religious views on smoking vary widely. Indigenous peoples of the Americas have traditionally used tobacco for religious purposes, while Abrahamic and other religions have only been introduced to the practice in recent times due to the European colonization of the Americas in the 16th century.