How does a Hindu worship?
The Vedas declared that the most auspicious times for prayers were during the early hours of the morning. All practicing Hindus will consciously try and do their prayers during the mornings either at their home or in a Temple. As part of the prayers some meditation is also performed. As constant repetition of Gods name also removes bad Karma, Hindus are encouraged to remember God at every moment. Prayers consist of chants, hymns and/or reading religious texts/scriptures. How does a Hindu live? The Vedas offer a complete system of living and define how a person should lead their entire life. The Vedas define four stages of a persons life: • Brahmacharya (Student Life). This stage is for non-distractions, self-control and preparation for life. • Grihastha (Family Life). At this stage a person carries out duties to family, society and nation. The person not only looks after their spouse and children but also the parents, grandparents and other relations (this can also include the neighbou
