premise: Hinduism contains zero philosophies.
hypothesis: Hinduism . Although Hinduism contains a broad range of philosophies , it is linked by shared concepts , recognisable rituals , cosmology , shared textual resources , and pilgrimage to sacred sites . These texts discuss theology , philosophy , mythology , Vedic yajna , Yoga , agamic rituals , and temple building , among other topics . Major scriptures include the Vedas and Upanishads , the Bhagavad Gita , and the Agamas . Prominent themes in Hindu beliefs include the four Puruṣārthas , the proper goals or aims of human life , namely Dharma ( ethics/duties ) , Artha ( prosperity/work ) , Kama ( desires/passions ) and Moksha ( liberation/freedom/salvation ) ; karma ( action , intent and consequences ) , samsara ( cycle of rebirth ) , and the various Yogas ( paths or practices to attain moksha ) . Swami Vivekananda . He was a key figure in the introduction of the Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world and is credited with raising interfaith awareness , bringing Hinduism to the status of a major world religion during the late 19th century .