Hinduism

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What is the purpose of a Hindu temple?

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to provide a space for Hindus to express their love of their deities

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Which statement about Hindu temples is true? Options: Hindu temples are built according to ancient directions about their location and structure. Hindu temples can be built however the local population wishes. Hindu temples do not include images of their deities, because Hinduism forbids that. Hindu temples are all very simple in form, with no carvings or sculptures.

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Hindu temples are built according to ancient directions about their location and structure.

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According to Hindu belief, Brahman

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is a supreme power, or divine force; includes everything in the world, including the human soul; is constantly creating, destroying, and re-creating the universe.

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According to Hindu belief, how is Brahman related to the other deities?

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The other deities in Hinduism are various forms of Brahman.

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Which Hindu festival is taking place in this picture?

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Diwali

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What do all the candles in this picture symbolize?

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the triumph of good over evil

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The Diwali festival commemorates the defeat of the evil demon Ravana, as told in the

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Ramayana.

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Today, the most important Hindu deities are Brahma, Vishnu, and

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Shiva.

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This Indian man is caring for his soul by performing yoga, which is considered part of a common

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dharma.

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If Hindus live according to their dharma, they

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follow the law, fulfill their obligations, perform their duties.