Lesson 15 Vocab: Learning about World Religions: Hinduism

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A religion that developed in India and spread globally; most Hindus believe in one Supreme Being in many forms.

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Hinduism

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Ancient texts foundational to Hinduism.

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Vedas

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Ancient Indian language.

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Sanskrit

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Hindu concept of innate skills for societal roles.

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Varnas

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A social group for a specific job one is born into.

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Jatis

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A class or group in Indian society.

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Caste

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All things in reality come from one original source.

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Monism

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A belief in Hinduism and Indian traditions about living an honorable life.

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Dharma

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Concept in Hinduism where past actions affect the soul's future.

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Karma

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Belief in rebirth of the soul after death.

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Reincarnation