Hinduism in Five Minutes - Steven W Ramey
51. With so Many Gods and Goddesses in Hinduism, how can a Hindu Manage to Worship all of Them?
Hinduism in Five Minutes - Steven W Ramey
Steven W Ramey [+]
University of Alabama
Steven W. Ramey is a Professor in Religious Studies at the University of Alabama, where he also directs the Asian Studies Program.
Description
People who identify with Hinduism do not attempt to worship all of the deities but select certain deities to emphasize in their personal, family, and community practices. This essay considers some of the interests and influences that lead people to be devoted to selected deities.