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world history
chapter 4 vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| atman | essential self |
| moksha | union with Brahman |
| reincarnation | rebirth of soul in bodily form |
| karma | action is one's life that affect fate in next life |
| dharma | wheel of fate |
| ahimsa | nonviolence (moral principle of Hinduism |
| nirvana | final Buddhist goal union of 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. |