What is Hinduism? And how is the Hindutva that certain political parties try to espouse different from that?
Amma: Hinduism is a way of living. It is living in accordance with the laws of nature, observing dharma and creating a balance between the body, mind and inner-Self. However, different people have different concepts about being a Hindu. For some, selflessly serving one”s nation and its people is Hindutva. Whatever it is, the most important thing is selflessness and purity in word and deed. Q14: When does religion unite? When does religion divide? With so much religious strife around, what can India offer to the world? Amma: When everyone accepts love and compassion as the essential principle of life that is when religion unites. And when we reject these values, religion divides. Amma would say that India, with its rich spiritual heritage, is the one and only nation that can show the right path to the entire world. India should show the world how inner and outer life can be balanced and thereby create a world of emotionally and intellectually mature people. Q15: How do we deal with the
