Hindu Jeopardy

The Divine Trinity (Trimurti)

100

This member of the Trimurti is known as the Creator of the universe.

Brahma

200

This member of the Trimurti is known as the Preserver and has taken ten major avatars, including Rama and Krishna.

Vishnu

300

This member of the Trimurti is known as the Destroyer, dances the cosmic dance (Nataraja), and is often associated with meditation.

Shiva

400

This Hindu deity, the son of Shiva and Parvati, is widely revered as the "remover of obstacles" and has the head of an elephant.

Ganesha

500

This fierce, multi-armed goddess is the consort of Shiva and represents the ultimate power (Shakti) that destroys evil.

Kali

Sacred Texts

100

This sacred language is considered the primary language of Hindu scriptures and texts.

Sanskrit

200

This ancient, monumental epic describes the life of Prince Rama and his quest to rescue his wife, Sita, from the demon king Ravana.

Ramayana

300

This celebrated scripture features a crucial conversation right before a massive battle between the warrior Arjuna and the avatar Krishna.

Bhagavad Gita

400

These four oldest and most authoritative sacred texts lay the foundation for Hindu beliefs and rituals.

The Vedas

500

This philosophical text contains the foundational teachings regarding Brahman and the eternal soul, translating to "sitting down near a teacher". 

Upanishads

Core Beliefs

100

This core concept represents ethical duty, moral order, and the righteous way of living.

Dharma

200

This is the spiritual principle of cause and effect, where one's deeds and actions determine their destiny in future lives.

Karma

300

This universal term refers to the continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

Samsara

400

This is the ultimate spiritual goal in Hinduism: releasing the soul from the cycle of reincarnation and achieving unity with the divine.

Moksha

500

In Hindu philosophy, this is the supreme, universal, and eternal soul or ultimate reality that pervades everything.

Brahman

Festivals and Practices

100

This vibrant "Festival of Lights" is celebrated in autumn to signify the triumph of good over evil.

Diwali

200

This is the sacred, highly recognizable symbol consisting of three curves and a dot, representing the supreme reality.

Om

300

This term describes the Hindu practice of ritual devotion, offering prayers, light, or food to a deity.

Puja

400

This major spring festival involves throwing brightly colored powders, bonfires, and celebrating the triumph of good over evil.

Holi

500

This early morning period (usually between 3:30 a.m. and 5:30 a.m.) is considered the most auspicious time for meditation and spiritual pursuits.

Brahma Muhurta

Sacred Places and Symbols

100

This sacred river is personified as a goddess, and bathing in its waters is believed to wash away sins.

Ganges (Ganga)

200

This holy animal is highly revered as a symbol of life, non-violence, and maternal giving.

Cow

300

This sacred flower grows in muddy water but remains pristine, representing spiritual purity and enlightenment.

Lotus

400

This ancient symbol of good fortune and prosperity features a cross with four bent arms.

Swastika

500

This ancient city on the banks of the Ganges is considered the holiest of the seven sacred cities (Sapta Puri).

Varanasi (Kashi)