Synopsis
An introduction to how Hindus worship both at home and at the temple.
- Programme: Belief File
- Episode: Hinduism: God
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2011
- Religious Education | Hinduism | Practices | Worship
Licence: ERA Licence required
Free to watch for UK schools, colleges and universities with an ERA Licence
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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