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Ancient India
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Social Classes | the way in which a civilization of people divides itself into different roles |
| 2. Brahmans | members of the upper class of ancient Indian society: priests |
| 3. Kshatriyas | members of the army |
| 4. Vaisyas | commoners including farmers |
| 5. Sundras | unskilled workers |
| 6. Pariahs | lowest social class of ancient Indian society; “Untouchables” |
| 7. Hinduism | Oldest religion in the world. The main religion of India which includes the worship of many gods and the belief that after a person dies he/she is reincarnated. |
| 8. Vedas | books of knowledge in the Hindu religion |
| 9. Raja | tribal leaders or chiefs |
| 10. Citadel | a fortress sitting on top of a hill |
| 11. Reincarnation | concept that a soul is reborn after death |
| 12. Monotheism | Belief in one God |
| 13. Meditation | Deep thought and concentration for religion or relaxation |
| 14. Nirvana | A state of perfect peace in Buddhism |
| 15. Buddhism | a religion that teaches people to be kind |
| 16. Karma | in Buddhism and Hinduism |