Unit 2 APWH Vocab Practice

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A major world religion originating in India, characterized by beliefs in karma, dharma, reincarnation, and a caste system.

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Hinduism

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One of the oldest monotheistic religions, originating with the Hebrews, centered on the Torah and belief in a covenant with God.

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Judaism

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A spiritual tradition founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) in the 5th-4th century BCE, emphasizing the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path to enlightenment.

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Buddhism

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A Chinese philosopher (551–479 BCE) whose teachings on ethics, family loyalty, and social harmony shaped East Asian societies.

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Confucius

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A Chinese philosophy and religion emphasizing harmony with nature, simplicity, and following the Dao ("the Way").

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Daoism

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A monotheistic religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ, emphasizing salvation through faith and spread through the Bible and missionary work.

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Christianity

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A monotheistic religion founded in the 7th century CE by the Prophet Muhammad, based on the Quran and the Five Pillars of Islam.

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Islam

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A term meaning "House of Islam," referring to regions where Islamic law and governance are established.

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Dar al-Islam

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A social system in which men hold primary power in politics, society, and family structures.

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Patriarchy

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A system in imperial China where candidates took rigorous exams to enter government positions, ensuring merit-based bureaucracy.

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