Vocab
Nirvana
A state of perfect peace
What mountain pass separates the Indian subcontinent from the rest of Asia?
Himalaya Mountains
Who was the founder of Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama
Untouchables
Strong winds that often bring huge amounts of rain
Monsoon
Going without food for a period of time
Fasting
A belief found in Hinduism and Buddhism that the good and evil done in a past life determines the nature of that person's next life
Karma
Sacred ancient Hindu texts were called...
The Vedas
What was the name of the social structure in India, that was based on Hindu teachings?
Caste or Caste System
An ancient Indian language
Sanskrit
Missionary
A person who travels to spread religious beliefs
What were the first TWO major cities in India?
Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa
What does Buddha mean?
"The Enlightened One"
What Hindu class includes priests?
Brahmin
Having understanding or answers
Enlightenment
A god; a divine being
Deity
What major advancements made the cities of Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa so unique?
Running water and sewer systems
Where did Hinduism begin?
The Indian Subcontinent
What caste is at the top of the Indian caste system?
Brahmin
Meditation
The focusing of the mind on spiritual ideas
A belief found in Hinduism AND Buddhism that a person has a duty or obligation to live an honorable life
Dharma
Give the definition of subcontinent
A large landmass that is smaller than a continent
What are the TWO core beliefs of Buddhism?
The 8 Fold Path and the Four Noble Truths
True or false:
Buddha opposed the caste system.
True
Reincarnation
The belief that a person's soul is reborn into a new body after death