What Are The Panchabhutas Or Five Elements In Hindu Religion? By Abhilash Rajendran Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Panchabhutas, or the five elements, are an important concept in Hinduism. According to Hindu religion, man is made up of the panchabutas. The Panchabhutas are: Water Fire Earth Air and Ether Related Pancha Bhootha Shiva Temples – Shivalingams of Five Natural Elements