Unit 3: Development of Religion Chapter 3, Sec 2 and 4 Chapter 10, Sec 1 Pg

Hinduism Different from other religions because it has no founder and required god to worship More of a worldview or way of life than a “religion” or set of beliefs

What’s the point? The goal of Hinduism is to lead a good life and become full of knowledge so you can be unified with the spirit of all good things. This usually takes a few tries, so you must be reborn (reincarnated) to try again until you get it right Four paths will get you there: 1. Right thinking 2. Right action 3. Religious devotion 4. Meditation

Sacred Texts of Hinduism The Veda (pg 63) ktam_-__Rig_Veda_Hymn_wi.html ktam_-__Rig_Veda_Hymn_wi.html Upanishads panishads.htm

Hindu Vocabulary Moksha: uniting with god Ataman: human soul Brahman: soul of the world, source of all things Samsara: reincarnation Karma: law of cause and effect Dharma: the virtues of living a good life

The Gods of Brahman Brahma: creator Vishnu: protector Shiva: destroyer Polytheistic? Or what? There is no “required” or official god

Research a Hindu God 1. Lakshmi 2. Ganesha 3. Saraswathi 4. Indra 5. Krishna 6. Hanuman

Caste System Hinduism enabled the caste system. You could only moved up through reincarnation how-to/content/hinduism- for-dummies-cheat- sheet.html

Fun Facts The sound “Aum” or “Om” is used in prayers and is the most sacred of syllables It is also the symbol of the Hindu Religion The River Ganges is a sacred site and considered holy water Most Hindus come to bathe in the water and hope for healing and purification

Fun Facts continued… Religion is lead by Gurus and Brahmin priests Gurus are very close to moksha and are believed to have great knowledge Priests read from the Vedas and take care of the temples

Important Terms Veda Untouchables Ganges River Guru Mandir = temple Brahman

Simplify Hinduism Web Sites fied/ fied/ junior.kent.sch.uk/Homework/religion/hindui sm.htm junior.kent.sch.uk/Homework/religion/hindui sm.htm

Think Answer the following questions on a piece of paper If people followed the beliefs of Hinduism, what kind of life would they lead? Are there any common beliefs that you share or connect with? Are there any beliefs that you find ridiculous? List any facts that fascinated or intrigued you.

Pair Get in pairs and share your answers with one another Question the other person about their answers Discuss WHY they think the way they do

Share Share the main points of your discussion with the class. Each person must share some information