What is the significance of having 330 million gods in Hindu mythology?

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In summary: All these emotions are part of the same person but at the same time they are different.In summary, Hindus believe in one God who manifests in 330 million different forms, including male gods, female gods, family gods, household gods, personal gods, village gods, fertility gods, forest gods, sun gods, and moon gods. However, as a person progresses spiritually, they may reject these forms and seek to realize the formless divine within. Additionally, Hinduism teaches that everything is divine and there is freedom to choose any form that one can relate to as God.
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Some basic information:

Hindus have one God. They also have 330 million Gods. Male Gods, Female Gods, Family Gods, Household Gods, Personal God, Village God, Fertility God, Forest God, Sun God, Moon God and what not. You name it, there is a God for it. For Hindus, everything is divine and there is nothing that can be ignored. There is freedom to choose any form that you can relate to as God and also to reject all the forms. As a Hindu progresses spiritually, there is a gradual rejection of forms to realize the Divine without form that is within.

Important links and sources:
1: Hierarchy of Gods in Hindu mythology:
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ftbctW4R6HU/S7TLrz6XM8I/AAAAAAAACdU/uECM1wZyv5Y/s1600/God_FW.bmp
2:Table on Hinduism:
http://www.ssvt.org/images/table.gif
3: Frequently asked questions:
http://www.ssvt.org/Education/Hinduism%20FAQ.asp
4: http://kodaihills.blogspot.com/
5: Hindu Gods
http://www.daydreameducation.co.uk/catalog/Hindu-Gods_LARGE.jpg
http://ink667.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/hinduism_gods_teaching_poster.jpg
http://image.made-in-china.com/2f0j00EClQIYedYfqv/Polyresin-Indian-God-Indian-Buddha-Hindu-Gods.jpg

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You are right.

Hindus have many gods and goddesses and one god as well.

Like it is saying god is everywhere and in everything, but everything is not god and in god.

God is with form and formless too.

We cannot define God.
 
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Yes we have 330 million gods but these are just different aspects or forms of the same thing just as the same person has different emotions like anger, joy, frustration, sadness etc at different times.
 

1. What is the origin of Hinduism?

Hinduism is believed to have originated in the Indus Valley Civilization around 4000 BCE. However, there is no specific founder or date of origin as it evolved over thousands of years through the beliefs and practices of different cultures and communities in India.

2. Who are the major gods and goddesses in Hindu mythology?

There are many deities in Hindu mythology, but the most commonly worshipped ones are Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the preserver), and Shiva (the destroyer). Other popular deities include Ganesha, the elephant-headed god, and Devi, the goddess of power and fertility.

3. What are the main beliefs and principles of Hinduism?

Hinduism is a diverse and complex religion, but some of its main beliefs and principles include the concept of dharma (duty and righteousness), karma (the law of cause and effect), and reincarnation (the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth). It also emphasizes the importance of ahimsa (non-violence) and the pursuit of moksha (liberation from the cycle of rebirth).

4. How is Hinduism practiced?

Hinduism is a highly individualized religion, and there is no one right way to practice it. Some common practices include daily puja (worship) at home or in temples, participating in religious festivals, and performing rituals and ceremonies for important life events such as birth, marriage, and death.

5. Is Hinduism a polytheistic or monotheistic religion?

Hinduism can be seen as both polytheistic and monotheistic. While there are many deities worshipped in Hinduism, they are all considered manifestations of one ultimate reality, often referred to as Brahman. This makes Hinduism more accurately described as henotheistic, meaning the belief in one supreme deity while acknowledging the existence of other deities.

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