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Hinduism

Hinduism. Alice, Shahenna , Khadiza , Liza http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiBwrwNeEZo. Origins. Nepal and India ‘ A Family of Religions’ One of the oldest world religions S anatana dharma (which means eternal teaching). Concepts and beliefs.

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Hinduism

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  1. Hinduism Alice, Shahenna, Khadiza, Liza http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiBwrwNeEZo

  2. Origins • Nepal and India • ‘A Family of Religions’ • One of the oldest world religions • Sanatanadharma (which means eternal teaching)

  3. Concepts and beliefs • Most believe in a supreme God which takes form in many deities (Krishna, Garnesh, Lakshmi) • Karma • Atman • Varna- the class system • Dharama- the power that governs society and is each individuals religious duties • The sacred cow- a symbol of peace and strength in the religion

  4. Foods • Because of the concept of reincarnation many Hindus are vegetarian • Not allowed meat, fish, poultry and eggs • Some don’t eat onions, alcohol, mushrooms garlic and caffeine • They may fast on festival/religious days. Some may obstain completely from food or water yet some are more relaxed and only abstain from milk, flour, etc.

  5. Festivals • Diwali http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningzone/clips/the-diwali-festival-and-its-significance/4788.html • Holi

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