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Ancient India

TermDefinition
Social Classes the way in which a civilization of people divides itself into different roles, responsibilities, and privileges
Brahmans members of the upper class of ancient Indian society
Kshatriyas members of the army, warriors, and rulers
Vaisyas commoners including farmers, merchants and artisans
Sudras unskilled workers
Pariahs lowest social class of ancient Indian society; “Untouchables”
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.
Vedas books of knowledge in the Hindu religion
Raja tribal leaders or chiefs
Citadel a fortress sitting on top of a hill
Reincarnation concept that a soul is reborn after death
Monotheism Belief in one God
Meditation Deep thought and concentration for religion or relaxation
Nirvana A state of perfect peace in Buddhism
Buddhism a religion that teaches people to be kind, peaceful, and find happiness by following the ideas of the Buddha.
Karma in Buddhism and Hinduism, the idea one's actions determine one's future in this life or in another life
 



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