The Ultimate Reality

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What was the religion called before Hinduism?

Brahmanism

When was Hinduism formed from Brahmanism?

around the second millennium BCE

What is the ultimate goal of Brahmanism?

to achieve moksha, escape from samsara that reunites a soul with Brahman

What are some of the elements that Hinduism maintained from Brahmanism?

belief in Brahman as the ultimate reality, samsara, moksha, and atman Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinction between 'Brahman' and 'brahmin' in Hinduism?

Brahmans are religious followers who worship the supreme god Brahman, while brahmins are people from the priestly caste in Hinduism Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of Brahman in Hinduism?

The concept of brahman is the concept of ultimate reality for Hinduism. Signup and view all the answers

How is the concept of Brahman related to the concept of atman?

The concept of brahman is related to the Hindu concept of atman, the soul or self, in that each person is connected to the brahman, the embodiment of the universe and force that is in all things. Signup and view all the answers

Is Brahman synonymous with 'God' in Hinduism?

No, Brahman is not synonymous with 'God' in Hinduism because there are a multitude of Hindu deities. However, some Hindus do consider Brahman to be one of the gods. Signup and view all the answers

What do most Hindus believe about the concept of Brahman?

Most Hindus believe that the concept of brahman means that all living things are part of a greater whole. Signup and view all the answers

How does Hinduism teach the escape from the cycle of reincarnation?

Hinduism teaches that the escape from the cycle of reincarnation, known as samsara, can be achieved by perfecting one's karma to achieve moksha, the ultimate liberation. Signup and view all the answers

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