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Hinduism

Hinduism. Aryan Invasion. Around 1500 BC Migrated through passes of the Himalayas Called them Aryans – meaning noblemen or lords Perfected the Sanskrit language Developed the caste system Developed the Hindu religious beliefs & practices. Hinduism.

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Hinduism

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  1. Hinduism

  2. Aryan Invasion • Around 1500 BC • Migrated through passes of the Himalayas • Called them Aryans – meaning noblemen or lords • Perfected the Sanskrit language • Developed the caste system • Developed the Hindu religious beliefs & practices

  3. Hinduism • One of the oldest religions in the world and largest in India • No known founder and no formal church • More of a system of living than set of beliefs • Believe in many gods that are all part of one spirit • There is no one bible or sacred text

  4. Common Beliefs • Mythology is a large part of the religion • Explains the customs, beliefs, practices & institutions • Vary from area to area • Common beliefs among the different branches: • concept of dharma – a kind of duty or fate in society • karma- a tallying of good and evil actions by an individual that determines status in society • reincarnation- existence continues through time (endless cycle of birth, life, and death) • Most Hindus do not eat meat • Most supported the caste system

  5. Everyone has a soul (atman) • Holds a person’s personality – the qualities that make a person • Ultimate goal -> reunite soul with Brahman(the Universe) • Believe souls will join Brahman because world is an illusion • Can take several lifetimes to achieve this • Souls are born and reborn - reincarnation

  6. 4 classes (Varnas) Brahmins – priests, spiritual & intellectual leaders of the society Kshatriyas - Rulers, warriors, & nobles Vaisyas -Farmers, merchants, or traders Sudras - Laborers & servants Not considered part of system - Untouchables – Considered unclean and not part of society Each caste established rules, customs, and values (Declared illegal but still exists in certain areas)

  7. Interesting • Many epics depict the descent of God to Earth in corporeal form to restore dharma to society and to guide humans to moksha. Such an incarnation is called an Avatar

  8. Vishnu – 1 of 5 primary forms of God

  9. Brahma

  10. Shiva

  11. Shakti

  12. Krishna

  13. Hindu Saying “God is one, but wise people know it by many names”.

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