Thus ignorance is the disease that causes pain and suffering in the world. Knowledge and learning is the treatment for this disease. Thus Hindus consider education as their highest priority. The primary goal in life of a Hindu is to have his or her children attain the best education at the top educational institutions. Because of the emphasis on education, in Hindu tradition a teacher is respected the most and is given the highest honor in the society.
Hindu culture reveres the old age and treats all elders with great reverence.
The blessings of the elders are constantly sought by the younger generation at all times. Worship is not a weekend affair for Hindus. They worship God everyday in their home shrines. On weekends and other holy days during the year, Hindus visit temples and offer their prayers. Festivals are an important part of Hindu culture.