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Hinduism Notes
1. Hinduism is the largest religion in India.
2. They believed all gods were part of the Braham (one spirit).
3. The three gods that made up the Braham were:
a. Brahma-the creator
b. Siva-the destroyer
c. Vishnu-the preserver
4. What is the goal of Hinduism?
The goal of Hinduism is to reunite the soul with Braham.
5. They believed in reincarnation where the soul is reborn once it dies into a new
body.
6. They also believed in Karma. Definition: The effect actions have on your soul.
7. What happens if you have good Karma?
If you have good Karma, you will be reincarnated into a higher caste.
8. What happens if you have bad Karma?
If you have bad Karma, you will be reincarnated into a lesser caste or other life
form (ex. Pig).
9. What is dharma?
Dharma is obeying and accepting duties without complaints.
10. How were Hindu women treated?
Women were inferior to men. They could NOT read the Vedas.