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World History
Chapter 4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| atman | essential self. |
| moksha | union with brahman |
| reincarnatoin | rebirth of soul in another bodily form. |
| karma | actions in one's life that affect fate in next life. |
| dharma | wheel of fate. |
| ahimsa | non violence. |
| nirvana | final Buddhist goal: union with universe. |
| sect | smaller group |
| missionary | people on religious mission |
| golden age | period of great cultural achievement |
| decimal system | numbers based on 10 |
| stupa | large dome-shaped shrines |
| mural | wall paintings |
| joint family | extended family |
| dowry | payment to bridegroom |
| philosophy | system of ideas |
| filial piety | respect for parents |
| monopoly | complete control or product by one group |
| exansionism | increasing territory |
| warlord | local military ruler |
| acupuncture | needles at specific points to relieve pain. |