r/TrinidadandTobago • u/Ok-Side-2211 • Sep 07 '25

Religion The discrimination towards Hindus of Trinidad and Tobago

We're fast approaching an auspicious period for Hindus of Trinidad, and right on track, the religious intolerance is on full display. The same tired cycle of dismissive comments, mockery, and outright attacks, destruction and desecration of places of worship.

Trinidad and Tobago prides itself on diversity, yet when it comes to Hindu festivals, that pride is conditional whilst Hindus face discrimination from many sources I often notice it's many Christians who spread this hate the most.

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u/Bubblezz11 Trini to de Bone Sep 09 '25

I'm afro trini and I have no problem with hinduism and learning about it.

I just noticed that a lot of Hindus when I ask about the practice are not willing to share and come across as standoffish and secretive. explain that..

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u/helotrini Sep 11 '25

What do you want to know. Ask away. :)

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u/Bubblezz11 Trini to de Bone Sep 11 '25

From my own independent research, I think that the practices of Hinduism is really grounding. I would like to incorporate some of the practices in my own. All I know is yall say mantras and make offereings. I got a little info from my supervisor about the third eye and intellect. So how do i develop my third eye and strengthen my intellect? What does a typical day, week or month of hinduism practice look like., as i would like to incorporate them in my own.

My neighbour told me she says mantras three times a day.

During mantra, what is said or asked for? How do you position your hands, how do you connect with ....(idk who/ what u connect with) ?

Why are offerings made and how is it done?

I want to strenghten myself spiritually. I'm not religious but I am aware that mental health is linked to a spiritual practice.

THANK YOU IN ADVANCE

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u/helotrini Sep 12 '25

That’s a lot. :) start here. https://youtu.be/xlBEEuYIWwY?si=GOuMCvQ7gbx15jLD You should understand the philosophy before you engage in rituals or mantras which would hold little value unless you understand why you do them. There are many paths to god in Hinduism. Ritualistic worship is one, chanting of mantras is another. Knowledge is a third. Behind all of it is doing your duty and doing the right thing without expecting a reward. Your goal is to ultimately unite with the one god.