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Chapter 4 Vocab
World Histry
Term | Definition |
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Atman | essential self |
moksha | union with brahman |
reincarnation | rebirth of soul in another bodily form |
karma | actions in one's life that affect fate in next life |
dharma | wheel of fate |
ahimsa | nonviolence (moral principle of Hinduism) |
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 of product by one group |
expansionism | increasing territory |
warlord | local military ruler |
acupuncture | needles at specific points to relieve pain |