Hinduism in the United States
Hinduism in the United States is a religious tradition practiced by around 1% of the American population, with roots in the Indian Hinduism. Hindu Americans in the United States largely include first and second generation immigrants from India and other South Asian countries, while there are also converts to Hinduism and other adherents. Several aspects related to Hinduism, such as yoga, karma, and meditation have been adopted into mainstream American beliefs and lifestyles. Hinduism includes a range of traditions that are unified by the principles of dharma, a cosmic order, and shared concepts from primary Hindu scriptures such as the Bhagavad Gita. Hindus believe that the Supreme God may manifest through revered deities, including Shiva, Rama, Krishna, and Durga. Hinduism has no central religious authority, and Hindus are free to follow different texts and deities. Around 33% of Americans believe in reincarnation, an important concept in Hinduism and Buddhism. Om is a widely chanted mantra...
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