Origins
Where did Hinduism begin?
Indian Subcontinent
What is karma?
Karma (actions that affect your future)
Who is the preserver god?
Vishnu
Which Hindu festival is known as the Festival of Lights?
Diwali
What is puja?
Puja (prayer or worship ritual)
Does Hinduism have a founder?
No, Hinduism has no founder
What is reincarnation?
Reincarnation (being reborn)
Who is the destroyer/transformer?
Shiva
What festival uses colors?
Holi
What is a guru?
Guru (spiritual teacher who guides people)
About how many years ago did Hinduism begin?
Over 4,000 years ago
What is moksha?
Moksha (freedom from rebirth)
Who is the creator god?
Brahma
What does Dussehra celebrate?
Dussehra (Rama defeats Ravana)
Where do Hindus worship?
Temples or home shrines
How did Hinduism develop over time?
It grew from many ancient teachers, ideas, and traditions over a long time
What is Brahman?
Brahman (the universal spirit)
Name one goddess in Hinduism
Lakshmi / Durga / Ganesha
What happens at Kumbha Mela?
People bathe in the Ganges River
Why do some Hindus not eat beef?
The cow is sacred / respect for life
What region of the world is Hinduism most common in?
Mainly India and Nepal
How are karma and reincarnation connected?
Karma affects your next life through reincarnation (You can be a lower rank due to karma in your next life)
Explain the roles of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva
Brahma creates, Vishnu preserves, Shiva destroys
How are Holi and Diwali different?
Holi = throwing colored powder; Diwali = lighting lamps, making rangoli, and fireworks
Why is the Ganges River important?
The Ganges River is holy and cleanses sins