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India Based Religion

2021

TermDefinition
a seasonal wind that can bring large amounts of rain to southern Asia monsoon
Located in India, this river is considered sacred to Hindus and is used for spiritual cleansing, funeral rites, and other Hindu rituals. Ganges River
tallest mountain in the world Mt. Everest
A large landmass that is smaller than a continent subcontinent
A mountain range in South Asia that includes Mount Everest, the world's tallest mountain peak. Himalaya Mountains
A valley and early civilization along the Indus River, one of the longest rivers in the world. Indus River Valley
cycle of reincarnation Samsara
the effects that good or bad actions have on a person's soul Karma
The main god of the Hindus; they believe he lives in everything Brahman
duty, law, and obligation; also following a common set of values Dharma
Becoming liberated for the cycle of reincarnation in Hinduism. Moksha
80% of the world's Hindus live here India
a social class structure which is now illegal in India Caste system
Ancient Sanskrit writings that are the earliest sacred texts of Hinduism. Vedas
A religion native to India, featuring belief in many gods and reincarnation Hinduism
A religion/way of life founded by Prince Siddhartha which teaches that life brings suffering which you can escape by seeking nirvana Buddhism
a key idea of Buddhism whereby followers should live their lives according to these eight teachings Eightfold Path
The state of englightenment for Buddhists. Nirvana
The four basic doctrines, or principles, of Buddhism Four Noble Truths
Founder of Sikhism Guru Nanak
a monotheistic religion founded in Punjab in the 15th century by Guru Nanak. Sikhism
name for God for Sikhs Waheguru
Sikh place of worship Gurdwara
Sikh holy book Guru Granth Sahib
Kesh (uncut hair), Kachera (wooden comb), Kangha (white pants), Kara (steel bracelet), Kirpan (short sword) 5 K's
Sikh harvest festival and festival to remember the birth of the Khalsa Vaisakhi
Double-edged sword, the main symbol of Sikhism Khanda
spiritual teacher Guru
Community meal for all, regardless of caste or position Langar
symbol of Hinduism Aum
Hindu place of worship Mandir
believing in many gods Polytheistic
Buddhist sacred writings Sutras
Hindu festival of lights Diwali
Founder of Buddhism Prince Siddhartha Gautama
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