TCI: U3, L14--Evolution of Religion in South Asia

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What is the Bhakti movement?

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A religious movement in Hinduism that emphasizes personal devotion to God, encouraging individuals to seek a personal relationship with the divine.

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What is Mahayana Buddhism known for?

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Mahayana Buddhism is known for delaying entry into nirvana to help others, emphasizing compassion and altruism.

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What does Nirvana mean in Buddhism?

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Nirvana refers to a state of liberation and freedom from suffering, often interpreted as a sudden and spontaneous realization in Chinese Buddhism.

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Who is Meera Bai?

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Meera Bai is a renowned female poet-saint associated with the Bhakti movement, known for her devotional songs and poetry dedicated to Lord Krishna.

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Who was al-Khwarizmi?

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Al-Khwarizmi was a Persian mathematician who played a significant role in the development of the Hindu-Arabic numeral system.

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What is the significance of Karma in Buddhism?

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Karma refers to the law of moral causation, where a person's actions influence their future experiences and rebirth.

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What is Dharma in Hinduism?

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Dharma is the moral law combined with spiritual discipline that guides one's life, representing duty, righteousness, and the right way of living.

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What is the main focus of Sufism?

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Sufism emphasizes personal experience and devotion to God, often through practices like meditation, chanting, and poetry.

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What is the role of meditation in Buddhism?

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Meditation in Buddhism is a practice aimed at developing mindfulness, concentration, and insight, leading to enlightenment.

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What is the concept of Samsara?

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Samsara is the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Hinduism and Buddhism, driven by karma.