Hinduism 1
Which country has the most followers of Hinduism?
India
How many people follow Hinduism?
1.1 - 1.2 billion
Who is the founder of Hinduism?
Unknown
Which river is important to Hinduism?
Ganges River
What form of exercise originates in Hinduism?
Yoga
What does Holi represent?
Holi is celebrating spring, new life and good overcoming evil.
What is the symbol of Hinduism? (hint: what is the sound it makes)
Om
Who were Hindus traditionally allowed to marry?
Someone within the same caste as them.
Who is at the top of the hierarchy in the caste system?
Priests
What is the belief that good actions lead to positive consequences, while bad actions lead to negative consequences?
Karma
What happens after someone dies, according to Hinduism?
Reincarnation
What are the Vedas?
Ancient sacred texts containing hymns and prayers
Diwali
What are some values that Hinduism promotes? Name at least one
Honesty, patience, self-restraint, not harming others, compassion
Who is second from the top in the caste system?
Kings/rulers and warriors
Who is the supreme god in Hinduism?
God- "Brahman"
How long ago did Hinduism begin?
Over 4000 years ago
What is "Moshka"
A state of freedom, bliss, peace (reincarnation stops and the souls blend with Brahman)
Are Hindu's monotheistic or polytheistic?
Hinduism is not strictly monotheistic or polytheistic; instead, it is a vast and diverse spiritual framework that includes monotheism, polytheism, monism, panentheism, and even non-theism or atheism.
Who is below the four levels of the caste system?
Untouchables
Where did Hinduism originate?
The Indus Valley
What is the Hindu festival of colour that marks the beginning of Spring?
Holi
What were the jobs of the untouchables?
Street sweepers, clean up human/animal waste, deal with dead bodies
What are the three holy texts?
1. Vedas: 4 major collections of hymns and prayers.
2.Rig Veda: oldest, most important religious document of Hinduism.
3. Brahmana-written teachings that explain the Vedas.
When was the caste system outlawed?
1950