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Ancient India Part 2
Vocabulary for Lesson 2 of Ancient India
Term | Definition |
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Hinduism | A major religion that developed in ancient India |
Brahman | The universal spirit worshiped by Hindus |
Reincarnation | The rebirth of the soul |
Karma | A force that decides the form that people will be reborn into in their next lives |
Dharma | A person's personal duty, based on the individual's place in society |
Buddhism | A religion founded in ancient India by the religious teacher Buddha |
Nirvana | A state of perfect happiness and peace |
Jainism | A religion of ancient India that does not believe in a supreme being. It emphasizes nonviolence and respect for all living things |