1. Around the World in 24 Days Hinduism

2. How did Hinduism begin? Who? – Aryans (“noble people”) What? – Vedas (philosophies and customs) When? – 4000 years ago Where? – India Why is it important: – 1 billion Hindu followers (3 rd largest religion) http://www.uri.org/kids/world_hind_basi.htm#How%20did%20Hinduism%20begin

3. What do Hindus believe and practice? Our basic nature is not confined to the body or the mind... We all have an inner spirit... Has anyone ever tried yoga? – Yoga (“Union”) http://www.uri.org/kids/world_hind_basi.htm#How%20did%20Hinduism%20begin

4. Who is the God of Hinduism? Brahman The manifestation of Brahman goes by many names... – What are some titles that you have as a person? – Example, I am a “son,” a “friend,” a “boyfriend” So the same Divine Lord in Hinduism has been addressed as Shiva, Vishnu, Divine Mother, Kali, Durga, etc. http://www.uri.org/kids/world_hind_basi.htm#How%20did%20Hinduism%20begin

5. What is reincarnation? We are responsible for the results of our actions... Who has heard the word “Karma?” Why are some born into happy lives and some in lives of suffering? Our lives today are a result of the deeds from a previous existence... What does this mean? – We can create a better tomorrow through better actions today http://www.uri.org/kids/world_hind_basi.htm#How%20did%20Hinduism%20begin

6. What is Maya? We know what is right but we have trouble doing it... The illustration given is that of a rope, mistaken in semi-darkness for a snake. The snake of this world frightens us. What is the solution? – Bring a light and you will see its real nature. It is only a rope. – In Hinduism, how do we bring in a light? http://www.uri.org/kids/world_hind_basi.htm#How%20did%20Hinduism%20begin