True Hinduism According to Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj: Returning to the Essence of Sanatan Dharma

Introduction In a time when Hinduism is often associated with idol worship, countless rituals, and mythological interpretations, Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj has redefined the essence of what it truly means to follow Sanatan Dharma. His teachings, based strictly on scriptures like the Vedas, Bhagavad Gita, and Puranas, reveal that much of modern-day Hindu practice has strayed from its original roots. According to him, true Hinduism is not about customs or caste but about aligning one's soul with the Supreme God through scripture-based worship and moral living.

What Is Hinduism, and Where Has It Gone Astray?

The term "Hindu" is not found in the Vedas, Bhagavad Gita, or any of the ancient scriptures. It is a regional term derived from the Sindhu River and was used by foreigners to refer to the people living beyond it. The actual religion followed by these people was called Sanatan Dharma—the eternal path. Over time, Sanatan Dharma was labeled as "Hinduism," and distortions crept into its core practices.

Today’s practices often revolve around polytheism, ritualistic worship without understanding, and a system that often promotes social inequality. Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj challenges these elements and calls for a return to scripture-based worship.

The Foundation of True Hinduism According to Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj

1. Supreme God Is Kabir Sahib, Not Brahma, Vishnu, or Shiva

According to Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj, the Supreme God is Kabir Sahib—not Brahma, Vishnu, or Shiva. This claim is not based on opinion but grounded in scriptural evidence:

• Bhagavad Gita Chapter 15 Verse 17 mentions a Supreme Being beyond the perishable (Kaal) and imperishable (Akshar) who is Param Akshar Brahm.
• Rigveda Mandal 9 Sukt 96 Mantra 17 names this Supreme God as Kavir Dev (God Kabir), who appears in human form and imparts true spiritual knowledge.

Thus, real Hinduism should be centered on the worship of this Supreme God Kabir, not the trinity gods who are themselves bound in birth and death.

2. Scripture-Based Worship: No Guesswork

Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj emphasizes that true worship must align with the holy scriptures—the Vedas, Bhagavad Gita, and Puranas. The Bhagavad Gita (4:34) instructs seekers to approach a Tatvadarshi Sant (Enlightened Saint) who knows the essence of the Supreme Truth. Currently, that role is fulfilled by Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj himself.

He points out that:

• Gita 16:23–24 clearly states that worship done contrary to scriptures is useless.
• Vedas never prescribe idol worship or elaborate rituals—those are later insertions.

3. Condemning Casteism and Untouchability

True Hinduism, as per Sant Rampal Ji, rejects caste-based discrimination. God Kabir and later Sant Garib Das Ji both stated:

"Jaat-paat ke phande mein, uljha sab sansaar; Kabira ne ye kah diya, koi na jaatiya saar."

Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj promotes a casteless society where every soul is equal before God. He has provided free initiation (Naam Diksha) to people from all castes and backgrounds, creating an egalitarian spiritual path.

4. Moral Conduct: Nonviolence and Vegetarianism

True Hinduism teaches ahimsa (non-violence) not only in action but in food and thought. Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj teaches strict vegetarianism based on Vedas and Puranas:

• Yajurveda Chapter 12 Mantra 32 says one should not kill innocent creatures.
• Even Manusmriti and Mahabharata condemn the killing of animals for food or sacrifice.

True Hinduism promotes compassion toward all living beings as an essential part of spiritual progress.

5. Rejecting Blind Rituals and Promoting Enlightened Devotion

Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj discourages blind rituals such as:

• Shraddh (rituals for ancestors),
• Pitrapujan (ancestral worship),
• Teerth Yatras (pilgrimages),
• Fasts (vrat), and
• Idol worship.

He proves from scriptures like Gita Chapter 9 Verse 25 that such practices do not lead to salvation but rather trap the soul in rebirth.

6. The Role of a Tatvadarshi Saint

True Hinduism recognizes that only a complete, enlightened Saint (Tatvadarshi Sant) can guide a soul toward salvation. Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj provides evidence that the Supreme God gives Satnam and Sarnaam, sacred mantras which liberate the soul by:

• Paying off spiritual debts to Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Durga, Kaal, and Akshar Purush,
• Leading the soul beyond the cycle of birth and death to Satlok, the eternal abode.

Conclusion: Hinduism Restored, Not Reformed

Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj is not creating a new religion. He is restoring the original Sanatan Dharma based on scriptural truths, moral living, equality, and direct worship of the Supreme God Kabir Sahib. His mission is to eradicate superstition, unite humanity, and lead souls to liberation by the correct way of worship.

Following true Hinduism as taught by Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj is not about wearing a specific label but about obeying God’s actual instructions found in our most revered texts.