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Hinduism

By sofie G.
  • 2500 BCE

    Indus Valley Civilization

    The Indus Valley Civilization began to develop around this time, and archeological findings suggest that some of the earliest Hindu practices began there.
  • 1600 BCE

    Aryan Invasion

    The Aryan (Indo-Iranian people) invasion brought sanskrit and a series of beliefs that heavily influenced Hinduism.
  • Period: 1500 BCE to 500 BCE

    Vedic Age

    During the Vedic Ages the oldest Hindu scriptures are written, hinduism continues developing and forming. During this period the Caste System fully develops.
  • Period: 1000 BCE to 450 BCE

    Upanishadic Period

    The Upanishads are written, introducing the ideas of karma, reincarnation, and Nirvana. The Upanishads were a reaction to the excessive ritualism of Vedic Age and it's rigid system. There is now more focus on personal salvation rather than fear of punishment from the gods.
  • 320 BCE

    Maurya Empire Begins

    During the Maurya Empire—founded by Chandragupta—Hinduism is introduced as the empire's major religion through Hindu ministers.
  • Period: 200 BCE to 500

    The Epics

    During this time the Epics and the Puranas are written, these are the history of celestial beings that mark the beginning of devotion to one specific deity (either Shiva, Vishnu, or Devi).
  • 320

    Gupta Empire Begins

    The empire covers much of the Indian subcontinent, this time is an era of peace and prosperity, which allows hindu culture to stabilize and further spread across India.

  • Hindu Renaissance

    During this time, the focus is on modernistic interpretations of sacred texts and on social reform.

  • British Rajj

    India officially under British rule, marks the end of trading company ruling india. Being part of Britain, allows Hinduism to spread through relocation.
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    Spread of Hinduism to Africa

    During thr 19th century, Hinduism spread to Africa due to colonial rule. They arrived as British workers and stayed in Uganda, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, and Mozambique. Hinduism spread through relocation diffusion, did not integrate into existing society and culture.

  • Expulsion of Indians from Africa

    In august of 1972, Uganda expels Indians, most of them fleeing to the UK, some going back to India, taking their religion with them.