Gods & Goddesses
Who is considered the “Destroyer” in Hinduism?
Shiva
What book contains Krishna’s teachings to Arjuna?
The Bhagavad Gita
What is the belief in being reborn called?
Reincarnation
What does the symbol ॐ represent?
Om, a sacred sound representing the universe
Which goddess is associated with wealth and good fortune?
Lakshmi
What are the oldest Hindu scriptures called?
The Vedas
What is the belief that good actions bring good results called?
Karma
What do many Hindus remove before entering a temple?
Their shoes
Which god carries a trident (trishul)?
Shiva
Which epic tells the story of Rama and Sita?
The Ramayana
What is the sacred sound often used in meditation?
Om (Aum)
What is the red dot some Hindus wear on their forehead?
A bindi or Tika
Who is the “Preserver” of the universe?
Vishnu
What language were most ancient Hindu texts written in?
Sanskrit
What is the Hindu festival of lights called?
Diwali
What is the most sacred river in Hinduism?
The Ganges River
Which god has an elephant head?
Ganesha
Which epic describes the Kurukshetra War?
The Mahabharata
What is the Hindu festival of color called?
Holi
What do Hindus chant while praying?
Mantras