Hindu Heritage Month Basics/History
What is the significance of the month of October in Hindu Heritage Month?
Hindu Heritage Month is celebrated in October to honor and recognize the contributions of the Hindu community to society.
I’m Who is/are the supreme god in Hinduism?
Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva are often considered the Supreme Trimurti.
Which festival involves the lighting of lamps and signifies the victory of light over darkness?
Diwali.
Which ancient Indian scripture contains a collection of hymns and prayers?
The Rigveda.
What's the primary objective of celebrating Hindu Heritage Month?
To promote awareness and understanding of Hindu culture, traditions, and contributions.
Which goddess is associated with knowledge, music, arts, and wisdom?
Goddess Saraswati.
What Hindu festival is known for the colorful throwing of powders and water?
Holi
What is the name of the ancient Hindu text that consists of 108 Upanishads?
The Upanishads.
Name one way people can participate in Hindu Heritage Month celebrations.
Hosting cultural events, workshops, or exhibitions.
Who is the goddess of wealth and prosperity?
Goddess Lakshmi.
Which festival marks the welcoming of spring and the triumph of good over evil?
Dussehra.
Who is the narrator of the Bhagavad Gita?
Lord Krishna.
What organization led efforts to recognize October as Hindu American Awareness and Appreciation Month (HAAAM)
The Hindu American Foundation (HAF)
Which goddess is associated with both destruction and creation, often depicted with a necklace of skulls?
Goddess Kali.
What is the primary significance of Makar Sankranti, celebrated in January?
It marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn.
What epic narrative poem tells the story of Lord Rama's quest to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana?
The Ramayana.
In what year was Hindu Heritage Month officially recognized in the United States?
2021.
Name the ten avatars(forms) of Lord Vishnu that represent different stages of evolution.
The Dashavatara, which includes Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Buddha, and Kalki.
What is the significance of the nine nights of Navaratri, particularly in relation to the Goddess Durga?
Each night represents a different form or manifestation of Goddess Durga.
Which scripture is often referred to as the "Science of Self-Realization"?
The Bhagavad Gita.