East Indian Beliefs: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, Bahá'í

"East Indian" encompasses diverse traditions originating in the Indian subcontinent:

Hinduism

Polytheistic (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva); dharma (duty), karma, samsara (rebirth), moksha (liberation).

Buddhism

Four Noble Truths; Eightfold Path; anatta (no-self); nirvana (cessation of suffering).

Jainism

Ahimsa (non-violence) supreme; multiple eternal souls (jiva); liberation via asceticism.

Sikhism

Monotheistic (Ik Onkar); equality; naam simran (remembrance); seva (service); vand chhako (sharing).

Zoroastrianism

Dualistic (Ahura Mazda vs. Angra Mainyu); ethical choice; final judgment; frashokereti (renewal).

Bahá'í Faith

Unity of God, religion, humanity; progressive revelation; oneness of mankind.

Each tradition has internal diversity; individuals may blend practices. This overview captures core principles, not exhaustive doctrine.