 Reincarnation: (Samsara) The universe and everyone in it are in a cycle of BIRTH, DEATH, REBIRTH.  After death your ATMAN will be released from your body and reborn in another  The nature of your new life will be shaped by your:  Karma: The sum effect of your deeds and actions in life.  Reincarnation: (Samsara) The universe and everyone in it are in a cycle of BIRTH, DEATH, REBIRTH.  After death your ATMAN will be released from your body and reborn in another  The nature of your new life will be shaped by your:  Karma: The sum effect of your deeds and actions in life.

 Moksha: Escape from the cycle of rebirth  Ultimate goal in life  Reunites fully with Brahman  Dharma: Spiritual duties and obligations  Vary based on class and station in life  Fulfilling one’s dharma allows a person to create good karma, avoid suffering, break free of cycle of rebirth

 Worship can take place anywhere – large temples, small village shrines, home  Temples:  priests might read from the Vedas  Images of Devas are carried before the people  Gifts fro Devas  Silently reflect on the world and nature  Yoga: teach people how to focus their bodies and minds  Meditation helps attain Moksha