Hinduism: Deities, Classes, and Concepts

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What role does Vishnu play in the context of the divine triad?

  • Creator
  • Protector (correct)
  • Sustainer
  • Destroyer

Which caste is primarily associated with farming?

  • Kshatriyas
  • Brahmans
  • Sudras
  • Vaisyas (correct)

What does the term 'moksha' signify in the context of spiritual goals?

  • Money
  • Freedom (correct)
  • Happiness
  • Good morals

Which path is primarily focused on self-knowledge?

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What does 'karma' represent in the context of yoga practices?

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Brahma

The Hindu creator god.

Vishnu

The Hindu preserver god.

Dharma

Moral duty in Hinduism.

Yoga

A path to self-knowledge in Hinduism.

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Karma

Path of action in Hinduism.

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Study Notes

Hindu Deities

  • Brahma is the creator god.
  • Vishnu is the protector god.
  • Shiva is the destroyer god.

Hindu Social Classes (Varnas)

  • Brahmans: Priests and scholars.
  • Kshatriyas: Rulers.
  • Vaisyas: Farmers.
  • Sudras: Workers.

Paths to Enlightenment (Yoga)

  • Yoga: Self-knowledge.
  • Karma: Path of action.
  • Bhakti: Path of devotion.
  • Jnana: Path of knowledge.
  • Raja: Path of meditation.

Hindu Values (Purusharthas)

  • Dharma: Good moral conduct.
  • Artha: Seeking prosperity and wealth.
  • Kama: Seeking happiness and pleasure.
  • Moksha: Seeking liberation and freedom from the cycle of rebirth.

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