Vocabulary
the ultimate, formless, and all-encompassing reality or supreme cosmic power in Hinduism.
What is Brahman?
ultimate goal in Hinduism, referring to liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth
What is Moksha?
He is responsible for the creation of the universe and all living beings
Who is Brahma?
The lowest caste, primarily engaged in service and labor.
What is the shudra
a Hindu worship ritual involving offerings to deities, such as flowers, fruit, incense, and prayers
What is Puja?
efers to the individual soul or self in Hinduism
What is Atman
refers to the moral and ethical duties or responsibilities that one must follow to live a righteous life.
What is Dharma?
the god of preservation and protection in Hinduism
Who is Vishnu
The warrior and ruler caste, responsible for protection and governance.
What is the Kshatriyas.
a spiritual practice that seeks to unite the body, mind, and soul with the divine. It is considered a means of self-discipline and self-realization.
What is yoga?
a sacred sound, word, or phrase that is repeated during meditation or worship
What is a Mantra?
one of the four goals of life in Hinduism and refers to the pursuit of wealth, success, and material prosperity.
the god of destruction and transformation
Who is Shiva?
considered outside the four varnas in the caste system.
What are Dalits?
he Festival of Lights, celebrating the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
What is Diwali?
the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Hinduism
refers to the pursuit of pleasure, love, and emotional fulfillment in life.
What is Kama?
he goddess of wealth, prosperity, and fortune.
Who is Lakshmi?
abolished the caste system in 1949
Indian Constitution
A nine-night festival dedicated to the worship of the goddess Durga, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
What is Navarati?
a divine incarnation or manifestation of a deity in Hinduism
What is an Avatar?
Life is meaningful with these goals
What is dharma, Kama, Moksha, and Artha?
the elephant-headed god of wisdom, intellect, and remover of obstacles
Who is Ganesha?
often used interchangeably with caste
What is Varna?
devotees travel to sacred places, often with the goal of gaining spiritual merit, purification, or blessings
What is Hindu Pilgrimage?