Hinduism & The Caste System

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Hinduism & The Caste System Shiva: God of creation, destruction, and regeneration. Also god of yoga. Along with Brahma and Vishnu, they form the Hindu Trinity.

Hinduism Oldest religion in the world Polytheistic religion that believes in reincarnation World’s 3rd largest religion- Mostly practiced in India and Nepal

Main Beliefs Life is a cycle of rebirth (samsara) Based on your actions you develop good or bad karma (consequences of your actions) If you build up good karma you will be reincarnated (reborn) better off in your next life The ultimate goal is to achieve liberation from this cycle of rebirth (moksha)

Vishnu: God of protection Brahma: God of creation

Caste System

BBC video on the caste system: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh_xvKLhZHg