Religious condition of the epic age may be studied under the following heads-

Worship of New God and Goddesses-Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva had become quite admired, while the Vedic gods Indra, Surya and Varun were losing their lofty position. The worship of innovative gods and goddesses like Ganesh, Parvati, Durga etc., were in progress. People had left behind nature-worship by this period. However, Surya was still venerated.

The Cult of Ahimsa-Though people believed in vehemency during this period, yet the cult or religion of Ahimsa had also begun and was gradually circulating. According to Grihya Sutra, idols of flour had be used instead of animals, for offering sacrifice. Moreover, under the instruction of Lord Krishna, the Pandavas had protected hundreds of kings who had been held at the fort of `Gbribraj` for sacrifice.

The Doctrine of `Karma` and Devotion-The philosophies of `Karma` and devotion were gaining popularity. According to this doctrine, the present life of man is the consequence of his acts in his previous life and his acts in the present life will characterise his next life (i.e. re-birth) and he will enjoy or suffer accordingly. Lord Krishna had prophesied this doctrine to Arjuna. However, devotion or `Bhakti` had great power and could alter the outcome of `Karma`.

Popularity of Yajnas-The epic age maintained the performance of yajnas of Vedic Age. These played a key role in the religious life of the inahbitants. In Ramayana, King Dasratha had sent his sons, Ram and Lakshman to smother the Rakshasas who had interrupted the Yajnas of Vishvamitra.

Belief in Incarnation-There had been developing a steadfast trust in the people that Gods appear in embodiments to eradicate the agonies of the faithful. There is a mention of this in Gita. Ram and Krishna were worshipped as embodiments of Vishnu.