The topic of religion has always been controversial. Is there a right one to follow? Whether or not there is a "right" one, all religions have the common characteristic of encouraging people to believe in and to live by their particular standards and beliefs. Two widely spread religions in our world are Christianity and Hinduism. These two religions share a variety of things. However, their differences set them and their followers drastically apart.
             The history of Hinduism began 2500 years before the Common Era (B.C.E.) in India. It was located along the base of the Indus River, which was called "Hindu" by the Persians who migrated there. The land was called Hindustan and the people, Hindus. As a result, the religion that followed was called Hinduism. The history of Christian faith begins with the birth of Jesus Christ. Jesus spread the word of God and promised eternal life to those who kept their faith in God. Jesus Christ was then prosecuted by the Romans, who then crucified him. After the death of Jesus his disciples continued to preach about the eternal soul. Soon his followers claimed he was the Son of God. Christianity quickly spread through the Roman Empire and became a widely known religion.
             There are many correspondences between the beliefs of Christianity and Hinduism. Both religions believe in a future reward in heaven or punishment in hell. They both have a day of judgment. Both believe in resurrection- Christians believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and Hindus believe in the resurrection of Krishna. Both believe in angels and evil spirits. Christianity and Hinduism both believe in the power of free will. They both require faith in the Savior for salvation. Christians and Hindus are both required to repent their sins. Both have fasting as part of their religion. In addition, the act of being born again is included in both Christianity a
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