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Ms. McPeak What do you know about the Hindu faith? Hinduism Fast Facts meaning of name Hindus call their “religion” sanatana dharma, or "eternal truth." The term Hindu was placed later by the Persians and comes from hindu (Sanskrit sindhu), literally "river." date founded Earliest forms date to 1500 BC or earlier place founded India founder none; It is considered a way of life to Hindu people and not a religion adherents 900 million size rank third largest in the world main location India, also United Kingdom and United States major sects Saivism, Vaisnavism, Saktism Fast Facts Cont.. sacred texts Vedas, Upanishads, Sutras, Bhagavad Gita original language Sanskrit spiritual leader No real leader though some seek knowledge from guru’s place of worship temple or home shrine theism pantheism with polytheistic elements (All the deities are considered to be peoples representation of Brahman Cont... ultimate reality Brahman ( similar concept to God ) human nature in bondage to ignorance and illusion, but able to escape purpose of life to attain liberation (moksha) from the cycle of reincarnation how to live order life according to the dharma “That positive order that upholds the universe” afterlife if karma unresolved, soul is born into a new body; if karma resolved, attain moksa (liberation) What do Hindus Believe? The Gods are part of a universal spirit called Brahman which is the energy or supreme spirit that sustains all things (God) In Hinduism the purpose of life is to achieve union with Brahman: -There are three paths to salvation called the margas. karma-marga - performing social obligations. jjnana-marga - meditation and yoga to gain insight into one's self. bhakti-marga - devotion to one's personal god. What do Hindus Believe? This can also be interpreted as living the best way of life, while being obedient to the eternal power and being the nicest person possible while always reflecting on the self What Do Hindus Believe? Reincarnation is a central belief which is influenced by Karma ( The accumulated effect of actions whether good or evil) - if you do bad deeds in this life, in the next you may come back in a lower state of being ( ie from a human to a fly) What Do Hindus Believe? -a persons soul may pass through hundreds of rebirths until it reaches “moksha” or release. There spiritual perfection is gained and the spirit returns to Brahman -bathing in the river Ganges is a purifying act and all bad sins are said to be washed away. Caste System Hindu society is divided into a hierarchical system called the caste or jati. It is hereditary and each caste has its own set of values, rules, dietary beliefs, etc. Many do not marry outside their castes. - Brahmans - the priests and other educated professionals. - Kshatriyas - warriors and those who own a lot of land. - Vaishyas - formerly the farmers, now those involved in commerce; merchants. - Shudras (some sources say Sudra) - the lowest of the social classes. Made up of laborers, artisans, and other servants. There are some that do not fall into a ny of these categories called the Dalits, or the "untouchables." They are lower than the Shudras on the hierarchy, and they are people who perform "unclean" work, such as leather working and street cleaning. Although the Hindu religion teaches against discrimination and prejudice and it is not as common, both sometimes exist within the caste system and its remnants still remain. Caste System There are some that do not fall into a ny of these categories called the Dalits, or the "untouchables." They are lower than the Shudras on the hierarchy, and they are people who perform "unclean" work, such as leather working and street cleaning. Although the Hindu religion teaches against discrimination and prejudice and it is not as common, both sometimes exist within the caste system and its remnants still remain. The Hindu Trinity * There are many Hindu deities but the major three are: Brahma the creator ( not to be confused with Brahman) Vishnu the preserver Shiva the destroyer *Each God/Goddess has his/her own unique set of stories or qualities Worship Puja (worship) takes place in the Mandir (temple). Mandirs vary in size from small village shrines to large buildings, surrounded by walls. People can also visit the Mandir at any time to pray and participate in the bhajans (religious songs). Hindus also worship at home and often have a special room with a shrine to particular gods. Festivals Hindus celebrate many holy days ● ● ● ● ● Diwali (the festival of lights) is the best known Holi Navaratri (celebrating fertility and harvest), Raksha Bandhan (celebrating the bond between brother and sister) Janmashtami (Krishna's birthday) Getting God http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=0rk0FxGmrO0