These are the 4 stages of Buddha's Life

This is their National Flower, a sacred flower, occupies a unique position in the art and mythology of ancient India. Represents purity of heart and mind, long life, honor, and good fortune.

The Preserver and Protector of the world

The Goddess of Wealth, Good Fortune, Youth, and Beauty

In Hinduism, the chrysanthemum represents spiritual enlightenment, beauty, fertility, purity, prosperity and eternity

It's their National Fruit, originated in India and the country is home to more than 100 varieties of the fruit.

the Hindus believe that the Mango Trees are the Home of the gods

It's their National River, the longest river in India with the most heavily populated river basin in the world. Revered by Hindus as the "most sacred river on earth"

The Goddess of Purification and Forgiveness. Also the Personification of the National River, wife of Vishnu.

The National Aquatic Animal, said to represent the purity of the holy Ganga/Ganges River as it can only survive in pure and fresh water.

The Sea God, also regarded as the dolphin riding Makara as its vahana (vehicle)

the National Animal, the largest carnivores only found in the Indian subcontinent and can be found in most regions of the country. Respected for its strength, grace, and incredible power.

The Divine Goddess-Mother, has "Dawon" as her mount in some Hindu traditions

the National Bird, indigenous to the subcontinent, represents the unity of vivid colors and finds references in Indian culture - a symbol of beauty and grace

the god of War

god of Love, Compassion, and Protection. In which, wearing/carrying a peacock feather can attract the blessings of the god and bring prosperity and peace.

National Reptile or also known as Vasuki, a venomous snake found in forests in India through Southeast Asia

the god of Destruction

Shesh Naga and Vasuki Naga are India's snake demigods. Representations of their deities loyal devotees

the National Heritage Animal, a subspecies and found in the mainland Asia. Listed as one of the endangered animals by IUCN.

god of rains and the heavens who rides the elephant "Airavata" when he defeats Vritra

the National Tree, roots themselves to form new trees and grow over large areas. Because of this, the tree is considered immortal and is an integral part of the myths and legends of India.

Buddha found enlightenment after sitting under the banyan tree for 7 days.

the National Currency

this represents the 6th chakra, AJNA, which is the seat of "concealed wisdom'" and the third eye.

These are simple geometric shapes which are made from uniform divisions of the circle.

An artistic representation of higher thought and deeper meaning given as a geometrical symbol used in spiritual, emotional, or psychological work to focus one's attention.

A mandala is a symbol of the universe in its ideal form

the image first appeared in India via the Hindu text known as the ???

Also known as _______, mandalas came to Hinduism from Buddhism. These are traditionally square, with a gate on each side around a center circle that contains one of the Hindu gods.

the founder of Buddhism, was born in the region now known as Nepal

as these Buddhist monks travelled the ____ ____, an ancient network of trade routes that connected the east and west, they brought Buddhism to other lands

Monks brought the practice of painting Mandalas to other parts of Asia in the 4th century such as...

Traditionally, Mandalas include the presence of Buddha's mind in an abstract form, most commonly represented as a wheel, tree, flower, or jewel

Sand Mandalas are destroyed after it's completed to align with the Buddhist belief that nothing is permanent

are revered animals in Hinduism

Cows are a source of goodness and a sacred symbol of life

every atom in a cow's body is abode of the 33 main deities

the oldest living religion in the world

3rd largest religion in the world

'Praise' of various hymns praising the elements of Nature and the Cosmos

'Worship' are the different procedures of worshiping Nature and the Cosmos

'Song' are hymns in musical driven format for ease of recitation

'Stable Mind' are the sets of rules for a steady state daily life activities

"The Land of Seven Rivers"

a sacrifice made by every human being with a sincere sense, they were performed to create a connection between a person's center and their higher self

are the traditional epics of Indian history and Hindu Heritage that serves as the foundation of their culture

"Great Epic of the Bharata Dynasty" the world's longest epic

"The Celestial Song"

Is the order of hierarchy correct based on the Caste System?

Priests

Warriors

Merchants

Workers

the members of the forest tribes, small communities of unclean occupation

"eternal religion" in Sanskrit

the only religion that worships god in both male and female forms, and with and without attributes

the concept of the ultimate reality, as being without attributes or qualities

the supreme god seen as androgynous, having both female and male aspects

He-she is all-powerful, all-know, all-loving, immanent, that is present in all things

the divine soul, the true or eternal self in which Brahman exists within each person

the freedom from the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth

The Trinity of Hinduism

god of creation, knowledge, and the Vedas

associated with wisdom, music, art, and learning

Vedic god of the sun

Vedic god of the moon

goddess of wealth, good fortune, youth, and beauty

god of chivalry and virtue (hint: 7th avatar of Vishnu)

god of Love, compassion, and protection (hint: 8th avatar of Vishnu and married 16,108 wives)

the god of power, energy, nourishment, harmony, love, beauty, devotion, and motherhood

god of new beginnings, wisdom and luck, remover of obstacles

the three main goddesses of Hinduism called the Tridevi

a yogic meditative discipline

doesn't acknowledge a supreme god or deity. focuses on achieving enlightenment to break the cycle of suffering and attain nirvana

the first buddha

these are the sights of Siddhartha Gautama

a severe and an extreme form of self-discipline

between good and bad

are these the correct 4 noble truths?

Dukkha (life is full of suffering)

Samudaya (suffering is called by craving)

Nirodha (suffering can be stopped by stopping craving)

Marga (craving is stopped by following the eightfold path)

The Eightfold Path is the total self-collectedness or concentration

the Triple Gem

the scriptures regarded as records of the spoken teachings of Gautama Buddha

Buddhists and monks from: Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia

Buddhists and monks from: Tibet and Bhutan

Buddhists and monks from: Central Asia, China, South and North Korea, Japan, and Vietnam

someone who is on the path towards becoming Buddha

the laughing buddha, a Chinese monk of the Liang Dynasty known for his wisdom, benevolent and jovial personality.

the place of worship and meditation, originally meant "a secluded place in which to walk"