Hinduism is a religion (dharma) widely practiced in the world and they refer to it as Indian cultures and traditions. Hinduism contains very diverse doctrines but maintains common roots: Some Hinduists abandon their social life and material belongings to dedicate themselves to monastic practices ( sanniasin). Hinduism prescribes moral obligations, such as truthfulness (satya), refraining from harming living beings, patience, tolerance, self-control, and compassion, among others, Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world.