You know, belief isn’t always this clear-cut thing — especially when the topic is God.
Someone once asked me, “Do you believe in God?” And I froze. Not because I didn’t have an answer, but because a simple yes or no doesn’t do justice to what I’ve experienced.
What I Was Taught
I grew up in a Hindu household — or to be more precise, within the traditions of Sanatan Dharma. In our home, God wasn’t just a belief — it was a daily routine, woven into everything we did. My parents, uncles, elders — they all did their pujas, visited temples, and kept fasts. They had real faith.
But as I got older, I started asking questions. Real ones.
Why do we do all these rituals? Why is God silent when people suffer? Why do we have so many gods? Why does society mock our culture as superstition?
Most of the answers I got were emotional. “Have faith,” they said. Or, “Don’t question traditions.” That didn’t sit well with me.
My Atheist Phase
So for a good 2 to 4 years, I stopped believing. Straight up atheist mode. I questioned everything — from rituals to the very idea of God.
In a family that deeply followed Sanatan Dharma, I felt like the odd one out. And honestly, it was tough. None of my elders, despite years of worship, had answers that clicked with me.
Then came the internet. Game changer.
I started finding answers — not from blind faith, but from ancient texts, scientific explorations, and genuine seekers who were also on the hunt for truth. I stumbled across teachings that had been forgotten, hidden, or even twisted over the centuries by invaders and colonizers.
Truths That Were Hidden
Turns out, a lot of our Vedic knowledge was either erased, edited, or misrepresented by the Mughals and the British. They painted our wisdom as backward or superstitious, which made us start doubting our own roots.
Even now, we see the damage. Fake babas, misinformed followers, corrupted systems — they’ve diluted what Hinduism is truly about.
But dig deeper into the Vedas, Upanishads, and Bhagavad Gita — you’ll find a religion that’s logical, deeply philosophical, and even scientific. Not something to follow blindly, but something to understand.
Why I Came Back to Sanatan Dharma
I’ve explored other religions. Islam, for instance, offers paradise and rewards. Christianity emphasizes forgiveness through confession.
But I always came back to one idea — Karma.
In Hinduism, you can’t just say sorry and escape your actions. What you put out comes back. No loopholes. That felt real to me.
So no, I didn’t return to Sanatan Dharma just because it was familiar. I came back because my curiosity led me here.
When Science Meets Dharma
What really blew my mind was how many things from ancient Hindu texts are now being echoed by modern science.
Think about it — legends like Oppenheimer, Einstein, Tesla, and Schrödinger all studied or admired Hindu philosophy. Here are a few examples:
- Oppenheimer quoted the Gita after the atom bomb test.
- Tesla explored concepts like Akasha and Prana.
- Einstein saw similarities between space-time and Hindu cosmology.
- Ramanujan, the math genius, said his insights were guided by Goddess Namagiri.
And many more.
These weren’t just spiritual guys — they were world-changing scientists. That says a lot.
Hinduism Even Makes Space for Atheists
Here’s something you won’t find in many religions — a place for non-believers.
Ancient Hindu philosophy had room for Charvaka, a dude who literally rejected God, the soul, the afterlife — all of it. And instead of being banned or burned, he was respected.
Why? Because questioning wasn’t seen as a threat. It was seen as a way to sharpen the truth. Dialogue was encouraged.
How many belief systems can say that?
Buddhism & Hinduism: More Alike Than You Think
People often think Buddhism is separate. And sure, it’s its path. But here’s the thing — it evolved from Hinduism.
Buddhists practice Vedic sadhana, they meditate, and they believe in Karma. Sounds familiar, right?
It’s a bit ironic. Nowadays, a lot of Hindus don’t even know their scriptures. Many follow random self-proclaimed gurus. Meanwhile, Buddhist monks are living the core Hindu principles — simplicity, discipline, inner focus.
And here’s something wild — both the Dalai Lama and the King of Bhutan have been seen praying to Hindu deities. So yeah, the roots go deep.
The Reality Check — And My Loss
Of course, not everything is rosy.
India’s social structure still has scars. 60–70% of the population belongs to SC, ST, or OBC communities, many of whom faced systemic discrimination. That’s a painful truth.
Some people left Hinduism because of that pain and found hope in figures like Dr. B.R. Ambedkar — totally understandable.
But here’s what hurts — many worship Ambedkar today without even knowing who he was, what his opinion who his parents’ names. If these people really want to worship, then do it by getting an education. The symbolism is there, but the depth is missing.
Even government schemes, like reservations, meant to uplift, often don’t help the ones who need them. Some misuse it. And the deserving get left out.
I felt that pain personally. My Nanaji passed away in a government hospital — poor medical care, zero urgency. He had kidney issues. And the system failed us. just because the doctor comes from the reservation category
The Bigger Picture
These days, leftist media, some so-called thinkers, and certain groups love to mock Hinduism. They ridicule our gods, laugh at our festivals, label our traditions as backward, while glorifying other belief systems.
But guess what? Sanatan Dharma has survived for over 5,000 years — through invasions, colonizers, propaganda — all of it.
Why? Because it’s rooted in truth, logic, awareness, and something bigger than dogma — spiritual realization.
Where I Stand Today
I believe in God and energies now, but not because I was told to.
I believe because I searched, I questioned, and I explored. My faith isn’t based on fear or guilt. It’s based on what I’ve learned, felt, and lived.
So if someone asks me again — “Do you believe in God?”
I’ll smile and say: Yes. But not because I had to — because I chose to.
Sanatan Dharma isn’t about following blindly. It’s about waking up. It’s not about fear — it’s about freedom. And if you’re still looking for answers, just start with a question. That’s how all truth begins.
