Hinduism Lesson 15

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Who founded Hinduism?

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No single person founded Hinduism

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Monism is...

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The idea that all existing things in reality come from one original source

Front

What are other names for Hinduism?

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Santana Dharma and Brahmanism

Front

Which is the highest class in the social order?

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Brhamins

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Which is the lowest class in the social order?

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Untouchables

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The Vedas describe four main social classes, or ______, necessary to a functioning society. (page 167)

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varnas

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Indian freedom leader Mahatma Gandhi criticized the ideas of hierarchy and discrimination within the _____ system.

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caste

Front

What is the name for the supreme power or divine force of Hinduism?

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Brahman

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The Vedas are a collection of sacred texts, hymns, prayers, and teachings written in _________.

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Sanskrit

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The _____ were based on one's occupation or job, as well as birth, unlike the varnas.

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jatis