Indo-European Migrations
Where did the Indo-Europeans migrate from?
Asian Steppes
What are the sacred tests of Hinduism called?
The Vedas.
Who was Siddhartha Gautama?
A prince who founded Buddhism, known as the Buddha.
It was a cultural crossroads and significant for trade routes.
What was the significance of the island of Crete?
It was a strategic location for trade in the Mediterranean Sea.
What caused the migrations?
Climate change or following herds of animals.
What is the concept of moksha?
State of perfect understanding.
What are the Four Noble Truths?
They are core beliefs that outline the nature of suffering.
Who was Abraham in Jewish tradition?
He is considered the father of the Israelite nation.
How does our reading describe Knossos? (1 word)
Beautiful.
What languages were born from the Indo-European families?
German, French, English, and Spanish.
What is the caste system?
A social hierarchy that determines one's job, marriage, and social interactions.
What is the Eightfold Path?
A guide to living that helps end desire and suffering, often referred to as the Middle Way.
What is monotheism?
Belief in 1 god.
What theories exist about the decline of the Minoans?
Natural disasters.
How did the Hittites gain an advantage in war?
Used iron weapons and chariots.
What role do Brahmins play?
Brahmins are priests who perform rituals.
How does reincarnation fit into Buddhism?
It allows people to be reborn until they achieve nirvana.
What led to the division of Israel and Judah?
Heavy taxation under King Solomon led to resentment among the tribes.
What was the Phoenician's greatest contribution?
The invention of the phonetic alphabet.
What was the social hierarchy established by the Aryans?
The Caste System.
How do karma and dharma relate to each other?
Karma is influenced by one's dharma, or duty, affecting their fate in future lives.
Why did Buddhism spread beyond India?
It appealed to traders and craftspeople, who were often mobile.
What was the Babylonian captivity?
A period when the Israelites were taken captive to Babylon by King Nebuchadnezzar.
How did the Phoenicians' dominance come to an end?
Conquests by the Assyrians and Persians.