Hinduism Overview
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Which path of yoga involves devotion to one of the gods in Hinduism?

  • Bhakti Yoga (correct)
  • Jnana Yoga
  • Karma Yoga
  • Raja Yoga

    • Hinduism has a single known founder.

    False (B)

    What does 'moksha' mean?

    liberation from karma-samsara cycle

    The belief in the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Hinduism is called __________.

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    Which of these deities is considered the preserver of the universe?

    <p>Vishnu (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their meanings:

    <p>Papa = All forms of wrongdoing Punya = All forms of good deeds Maya = Illusion or magic Avidya = Ignorance causing suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Karma refers to the cycle of life and death in Hinduism.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the three paths leading to moksha.

    <p>Karma Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following deities was NOT worshiped in the Vedic religion?

    <p>Shiva (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Dravidians are considered the indigenous people of the Indian subcontinent.

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    Who is recognized as the founder of Buddhism?

    <p>Siddhartha Gautama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Buddhism teaches that all humans are subject to __________.

    <p>suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following scriptures with their descriptions.

    <p>Vinaya Pitaka = Rules for the Buddhist order Sutta Pitaka = Dialogue between Buddha and his disciples Abidhamma Pitaka = Metaphysical instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title given to Siddhartha Gautama after attaining enlightenment?

    <p>Buddha (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The worship of local deities is a notable aspect of Dravidian traditions.

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    What does the term 'Middle Way' refer to in Buddhism?

    <p>The path of moderation between self-indulgence and self-mortification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concept associated with the Four Noble Truths?

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    The Mahayana tradition of Buddhism teaches that individuals must join the homeless state of monks to attain Nirvana.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List the components of the Noble Eightfold Path.

    <p>Right knowledge, Right intention, Right speech, Right conduct, Right livelihood, Right effort, Right mindfulness, Right concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Sikhism, the belief in one God is referred to as __________.

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    Match the following Buddhist traditions with their characteristics:

    <p>Theravada = Dominant in Southeast Asia, Pali canon Mahayana = Dominant in East Asia, Sanskrit canon Tibetan = Northern Buddhism, Tibetan canon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a monk abstain from according to the additional five precepts?

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    Guru Granth Sahib is a significant text in Sikhism containing the teachings of the Sikh Gurus.

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    What is required to attain Mukti (Salvation) in Sikhism?

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    What is the purpose of meditation on God according to Sahaj belief?

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    The Gurdwara functions solely as a place of worship without any community service.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the five constants in Confucianism?

    <p>Cheng (Sincerity) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Confucianism emphasizes a detailed concept of God similar to traditional religions.

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    Who is the founding figure of Confucianism?

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    The Sikh scripture is known as the ________.

    <p>Guru Granth Sahib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate goal in Confucianism?

    <p>To create a harmonious society through the cultivation of virtuous individuals and just rulers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the Ten Gurus in Sikhism?

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    Confucianism defines Shu as ____, meaning 'do to others what you would have them do to you.'

    <p>reciprocity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Confucianism emphasizes the importance of social harmony and relationships.

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    Match the concepts related to Ihsan with their descriptions:

    <p>Ihsan toward parents = Caring, helping, and obeying them Ihsan toward relatives = Being kind, merciful, and forgiving them Ihsan toward orphans = Guarding their wealth and maintaining their rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which virtue in the Sizi emphasizes loyalty?

    <p>Zhong (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main teachings of Confucianism regarding how to treat others?

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    Rituals in Confucianism are considered unimportant for social order.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Yi' represent in Confucian ethics?

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    Flashcards

    Vedic Religion

    The foundation of Hinduism focused on rituals and worshipping deities like Indra and Agni.

    Dravidians

    Indigenous people of the Indian subcontinent, predating the Aryans.

    Shruti Scriptures

    Classified as 'heard', including Vedas, Upanishads, and Brahmanas, representing sacred knowledge.

    Smriti Scriptures

    Classified as 'remembered', including Epics and Puranas, representing traditions transmitted through generations.

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    Buddha

    Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, known as the enlightened one.

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    Four Passing Sights

    Experiences that led Buddha to seek solutions to human suffering: old man, sick man, corpse, and ascetic.

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    Middle Way

    Buddha's teaching that avoids extremes of self-indulgence and self-mortification, leading to Nirvana.

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    Tripitaka

    Buddhist scriptures consisting of Vinaya, Sutta, and Abhidhamma Pitakas.

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    Belief in many gods

    Hinduism encompasses the worship of multiple deities, not a single god.

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    Reincarnation

    The belief that the soul is reborn into new bodies after death.

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    Karma

    The law of cause and effect where actions influence future outcomes.

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    Moksha

    The liberation from the cycle of karma and samsara, achieving spiritual freedom.

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    The Trimurti

    The trinity of supreme Hindu gods: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.

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    Papa

    Actions classified as wrongdoings, leading to negative karmic consequences.

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    Punya

    Actions classified as good deeds that yield positive karmic outcomes.

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    Aryan

    Indo-European-speaking people who migrated to the Indian subcontinent around 1500 BCE.

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    Sangha

    The faithful community and advanced practitioners of the Dharma.

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    Four Noble Truths

    Core teachings that explain suffering and the path to its cessation.

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    Noble Eightfold Path

    The path to end suffering, consisting of eight practices.

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    Five Precepts

    Basic ethical guidelines for lay Buddhists, focusing on non-harm.

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    Theravada Buddhism

    The 'small vehicle' tradition focused on individual enlightenment.

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    Mahayana Buddhism

    The 'great vehicle' which emphasizes helping others attain Nirvana.

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    Sikhism

    A religion founded on belief in one God and the teachings of the Ten Gurus.

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    Mukti (Salvation)

    Achieving salvation through serving others and devotion to God.

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    The Five Constants

    Core ethical principles in Confucianism: Ren, Yi, Li, Zhi, Xin.

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    Ren

    Humaneness; a core principle focusing on love and respect for others.

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    Yi

    Justice; doing what is right and fair.

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    Li

    Proper rite; rituals that maintain social order and respect.

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    Zhi

    Knowledge; understanding the right way to act in various situations.

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    Shu

    Reciprocity in Confucianism; treat others as you want to be treated.

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    Ultimate Goal of Confucianism

    To create a harmonious society by nurturing virtuous individuals.

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    Ihsan

    Excellence in behavior and kindness towards others, akin to Ren.

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    Sahaj

    A state of mental and spiritual balance free from anxieties.

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    Guru Granth Sahib

    The Sikh scripture containing hymns by Gurus and saints.

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    Ten Gurus

    The first ten spiritual leaders in Sikhism.

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    Gurdwara

    A Sikh house of worship and a center for community service.

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    Confucianism origin

    Philosophy that originated in China around the 6th century BCE.

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    Confucius

    The founding figure of Confucianism, also known as Kong Fuzi.

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    Golden Rule in Confucianism

    Treat others as you wish to be treated.

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    Core beliefs of Confucianism

    Focus on morality, social harmony, and filial piety.

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    Study Notes

    Hinduism

    • Belief in many gods
    • Belief in reincarnation
    • Belief in karma
    • Belief in samsara
    • Belief in moksha
    • Originated from the Indian subcontinent
    • No known founder
    • Does not have a standard concept of God
    • Important deities include: Varuna (God of rain), Mitra (God of sun), Vishnu (preserver of the universe), Indra (God of thunder), Vayu (God of wind), Parjanya (God of rain cloud), Maruts (troop of storm gods), and Rudra (God of violence)
    • Female divinities include: Surya (sun goddess), Dishana (fertility goddess), and Sarasvati (goddess of knowledge)
    • The Trimurti are Brahma (creator), Vishnu (preserver), and Shiva (destroyer)
    • Brahma is the least worshipped of the three
    • Vishnu is the preserver of the universe, known for love and benevolence.

    Jainism

    • (No information on Jainism is present in the provided text)

    Buddhism

    • Founder: Siddhartha Gautama (later known as Buddha)
    • Title: Enlightened one
    • Four passing sights: old age, sickness, death, and an ascetic monk
    • First sermon: Setting in motion the wheel of truth
    • Avoid two extremes: self-indulgence and self-mortification
    • Enlightenment achieved through the Middle Way
    • Middle Way leads to Nirvana
    • Non-theistic religion
    • Siddhartha Gautama was an enlightened teacher, not a god
    • Scripture (Tripitaka) consists of the Vinaya Pitaka (rules of the Buddhist order), Sutta Pitaka, and Abhidhamma Pitaka (metaphysical instruction)
    • Doctrines & Creeds: Triratna – Buddha (the teacher and goal to be attained), Dharma (teachings and path to be realized), and Sangha (faithful community of practitioners)
    • Four Noble Truths: 1) Suffering exists; 2) Suffering arises from attachment; 3) Suffering ceases; 4) The path leading to the cessation of suffering exists.
    • Noble Eightfold Path: Right understanding, thought, speech, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness, and concentration
    • The Ten Precepts
    • Denominations: Theravada (small vehicle), Mahayana (great vehicle), and Tibetan/Diamond vehicle

    Sikhism

    • Belief in one God (Sat Nam)
    • Belief in ten gurus
    • Belief in the Guru Granth Sahib
    • Belief in the teachings of the Sikh gurus
    • Theology: Belief in one God, Sat Nam, which is unborn, uncreated, and created all things
    • Salvation (Mukti): Achieved by detaching from worldly life and devotion to God
    • Sahaj: State of mental and spiritual balance, detachment from material possessions and desires, participation in the world with compassion
    • Scripture: Guru Granth Sahib, a compilation of hymns from the first five gurus and Hindu and Muslim saints
    • Ten Gurus: Nanak, Angad, Amar Das, Ram Das, Arjan Dev, Har Gobind, Har Rai, Har Kishan, Tegh Bahadur, Gobind Singh
    • Gurdwara: Houses of worship for Sikhs, teaching and practice of Sikh spirituality, sanctuary for women, and Sikh service to humanity

    Confucianism

    • Originated in China around the 6th century BCE
    • Founding figure: Confucius (Kong Fuzi)
    • Sacred texts: Analects, Five Classics, and Four Books
    • Core beliefs: Morality, social harmony, and importance of relationships (especially filial piety)
    • Main teachings: Positive and Negative Golden Rules (Treat others as you would want to be treated)
    • Doctrines: Moral code for social and political behaviour, focused on cultivation of humanness rather than birth
    • Goals: Cultivate humanness, proper behaviour in five relationships
    • Five Constants: Ren (humaneness), Yi (justice), Li (proper rite), Zhi (knowledge), and Xin (integrity)
    • Sizi: Loyalty, filial piety, propriety, and righteousness
    • Concept of God: Confucianism is a philosophy, not a religion, and doesn't emphasize a concept of God focusing instead on ethical principles
    • Rituals: Maintaining social order and respecting ancestors are key
    • Ultimate goal: Create a harmonious society
    • Ethics of reciprocity: Empathy with others, perceiving neighbours, understanding relationships between groups

    Islam

    • (No specific details on Islam are provided in the text)

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