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Hinduism

Hinduism. A Brief Introduction. Visit www.worldofteaching.com For 100’s of free powerpoints. History of Hinduism. Originated between 4000 and 2000 BC 800-900 million followers No single founder Vedas : the oldest scriptures of Hinduism Veda means “to know ”. Hindu Trinity.

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Hinduism

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  1. Hinduism A Brief Introduction Visit www.worldofteaching.com For 100’s of free powerpoints

  2. History of Hinduism • Originated between 4000 and 2000 BC • 800-900 million followers • No single founder • Vedas: the oldest scriptures of Hinduism • Veda means “to know”

  3. Hindu Trinity • Brahma - the Creator • Vishnu - the Preserver • Shiva - the Destroyer • Three aspects/powers of the same divine being

  4. Basic Beliefs • Karma - the law of cause and effect; “you reap what you sow” • Reincarnation - eternal soul traverses through different bodies till it finds liberation • Kama– fulfillment of desires • Artha– accumulation of wealth • Dharma – performance of social and religious duties • Moksha – freedom from want

  5. Symbolism in Hinduism

  6. Holy Cows • Hindus have always had great respect for Mother Nature and its creatures • Cow is especially significant because it symbolizes gentleness

  7. Temple Worship • Temples provide an atmosphere conducive for spiritual progress • Centers of social and cultural activities • Provide a place for collective worship and prayers

  8. Cremation • Bodies must be burned • Encourages the spirit to detach from the body • The atman (individual spirit) can better connect to the brahma (universal spirit) • Ashes should be placed in the Ganges • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hqhMQgEB1I

  9. Bathing in the Ganges

  10. Jainism • Founded 2900 years ago • 4.2 million followers in India • Extreme ahisma – non-violence • Strict vegetarianism

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