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Origins of Hinduism
Study for your quiz on the origins of Hinduism
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Caste system | A division of Indian society into groups based on person's birth, wealth, or job. |
| Hinduism | The most widespread religion in India today. |
| Atman | A Hindu belief, a person's essential self (soul), this would reunite with the god Brahman. |
| Reincarnation | The belief that the soul, once a person dies , is reborn in another person or animal. |
| Karma | The effects that good or bad actions have on a person's soul. |
| Jainism | A nonviolent religion based on the teaching of Mahavira. |
| Nonviolence | The avoidance or violent actions. |
| Brahmanism | early religion of the Aryans. |
| Who brought the caste system into India? | The Aryans |
| What was the oldest sacred text brought by the Aryans? | Rigveda |