Religion from the Perspective of Hinduism Religion in many areas and aspects is probably as commonly discussed a topic as time is, on a global scale. Regardless of where a person lives, the culture they are in will discuss and ultimately be influenced by them. Within these cultures there are families with their own religious history, which may well be the main contributor to religious continuity. "Because it is evident that in about ninety-nine percent of cases the religion that an individual professes and adheres to depends on the accidents of birth." A person born in India, who has Hindu parents, along with the vast majority of the population, is more likely to become or remain Hindu. This may be similar in many different situations, whether across Buddhism, Christianity and so on, but is probably more prevalent in Hinduism. People have a history of following the ideals of their parents and society. Within the broad dimensions of religion there are specific and important aspects for each individual choosing their own institution and tradition. These individuals are influenced by many factors within their surrounding life. Along with family there are other influences which may include friends, culture, society, fads, spouses, etc. But what is probably more significant beyond family is the shared desire or acceptance of trying to understand the ultimate questions (or mysteries). of life. Like many big questions, the essence of the question needs to be answered. The question "what is religion?" it is not at all easy to decipher. It can take on meaning and meaning differently for each individual. He who proclaims a faith, defines rel...... middle of paper ......ved in Hinduism for a number of reasons; External influences such as society can be the contributing factor to why a person immerses themselves in religion. Hinduism permeates everything in India, and so it is almost impossible not to be influenced by it. Religion is life in India."If we look a little more closely at the religious situation in India, we find that Hinduism and Indian culture (including its caste system) are almost the same thing. Hinduism is a complete religion in the sense that there is really nothing that Hindus do of a cultural nature - whether brushing teeth, preparing food, meeting people on the street, or any other act - that does not have some religious significance and some sort of prescription religion wrapped around it is a culture and a religion at the same time….religion and life are synonymous.'"