Yr 8 Hinduism keywords

Vedas

• Ancient Hindu scriptures, a collection of hymns and rituals.

• A type of ancient Greek philosophy.

• A collection of medieval European poetry.

• A set of modern scientific theories.

Avatar

• A type of digital representation in video games.

• The descent of a deity to Earth in a physical form.

• A character in a popular animated series.

• A method of online communication.

Moksha

• A state of eternal bliss and happiness.

• Release or liberation from the cycle of rebirth (Samsara).

• A form of meditation practiced in Hinduism.

• A sacred text of ancient India.

Trimurti

• The three main deities representing creation, preservation, and destruction.

• The four main deities representing earth, wind, fire, and water.

• The three main deities of the underworld.

• The two main deities representing love and war.

Brahman

• The ultimate reality, the supreme God, present in all things.

• A Hindu deity associated with creation.

• A sacred text of Hinduism.

• A ritual performed in Hindu ceremonies.

Deities

• Specific gods and goddesses (e.g., Vishnu, Shiva, Ganesha).

• Mythical creatures from ancient folklore.

• Religious texts and scriptures.

• Rituals and ceremonies performed in worship.

Pilgrimage

• A spiritual journey to a sacred place.

• A vacation to a historical site.

• A journey to a commercial destination.

• A trip for leisure and entertainment.

Dharma

• Duty, religious law, the way of life to achieve balance and harmony.

• A type of meditation practice in Buddhism.

• A festival celebrated in Hinduism.

• A philosophical text on ethics and morality.

Samsara

• The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

• A state of eternal bliss and enlightenment.

• A philosophical concept of dualism.

• The practice of meditation and mindfulness.

Arati

• A ritual where worshippers receive blessings from deities.

• A type of traditional Indian dance.

• A festival celebrating the harvest season.

• A form of meditation practiced in silence.