There are hundreds of gods and goddesses in Hinduism, but Hindus believe that these are all different forms of one Supreme God, called Brahman.

Because it is impossible to know the Supreme God, most people instead worship the different forms of God, which are called gods and goddesses.

There is no founder of Hinduism, no Heaven or Hell, no standard creed and no standard rituals. Instead, what lies at the root of Hinduism is the belief in reincarnation, or rebirth. This teaches that each soul is reborn over and over again in an endless cycle. Only by breaking free of this cycle can we join with God to achieve eternal peace and bliss.

Hinduism teaches that all souls eventually join with God. Each soul is free to find his own way to do this. Devotion and worship, living simply, practising meditation and yoga, and serving others can all help lead us closer to God.