Religion is a set of beliefs that guides the person on how to live life ideally. It includes restricting the person from doing such things which are not either good for him or the society. It also tells us how to do things in the right manner. Hinduism also has a set of beliefs and puts some restrictions on us so that we would live an ideal and healthy life. We will try to list out all those things which are not allowed in Hinduism.
1. Hindus are not allowed to eat beef because the cow is considered as the most sacred animal. (Shatapatha Brahmana” 3.1.2.21)
2. Killing a cow is also not allowed as it is considered as one of the biggest sins.
3. Adultery is not allowed for both males and females.
4. Premarital sex is not allowed for both males and females.
5. After consuming alcohol and/or eating non-vegetarian food, one should not enter the temple unless he/she takes a bath.
6. Women are not allowed to enter the temples during menstruation.
7. People belonging to some particular castes are not allowed to eat nonvegetarian food e.g. Brahmin, Weavers, Vaishya, etc. It depends on the region and the availability of food.
8. Killing innocent people is not allowed.
9. Hurting others physically or emotionally is considered a sin.
10. Promiscuity in thoughts, words, and deeds.
11. Wasting food. (Taittiriya Upanishad)
12. Disrespecting elders including parents and teachers. (RV 1:27:13)
13. Mistreatment of animals.
14. It is recommended to eat vegetarian food as killing animals is considered as a sin.
15. Stealing in any form. (Chandogya Upanishad 5.10.9)
16. Telling a lie.
17. Misappropriation or bribery.
18. It is recommended that you should not eat non-veg food on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and some other festival days.
19. You should not cut hair or nail on Saturdays. (Astrological belief)
We will add more information to this article from time to time. If you know more information about restrictions in Hinduism, please feel free to use our comment section.
I am confused regarding the five deadly sins mentioned in shastras. Which heads the list?
Killing of acow or murdering a Brahmin?