Hinduism Seat work Students will quietly enter the room, find your seats and discuss your three sticky notes on pages 212-219 with your row group.

Hinduism What religion slowly became Hinduism? Brahmanism What are the two Hindu epic poems the book discuses? Ramayana, Mahabharata What is liberation from reincarnation called? Moksha

Hinduism What does this diagram tell you about the Hindu belief of reincarnation, or rebirth? Ask students to state anything they know about the Hindu belief of reincarnation, or the rebirth of the soul into a new body upon death.

Key Ideas Hinduism grew out of Brahmanism. Hindus believe in a supreme God, Brahman, who is the source of all things. Hindus believe that people’s actions determine how they are reincarnated. Hinduism spread across India and to Southeast Asia and has had a lasting impact on those regions.

Hinduism The Roots of Hinduism During the Vedic age, only Brahmins, or priests, could study the Vedas and perform rituals to gods. Thus, Brahmins held great power in early Indian society.

The Evolution of Hinduism Around 500 B.C., Indian beliefs about old gods and rituals began to change. People began to ask questions about their lives. Thinkers known as gurus discussed the questions and wrote their ideas in the Upanishads.

The Evolution of Hinduism The Upanishads, along with the epic poems Ramayana and Mahabharata, explain Hindu beliefs and practices. The most sacred section of the Mahabharata is the Bhagavad-Gita, which describes how Hindus view the nature of the soul, life, and God.

Hinduism Beliefs About God Hinduism has many gods and traditions, but it has two core beliefs. Hindus believe that all the gods that Indians worship are forms of Brahman, the supreme God and source of all things. The second core Hindu belief is that every person is born with a soul, which is also a form of Brahman.

Hinduism Beliefs About Life Hinduism teaches that when people die, most will undergo reincarnation. Good karma will bring rebirth into a higher caste. Bad karma results in rebirth into a lower caste.

Beliefs About Life Hindus believe in four life goals: Hinduism Beliefs About Life Hindus believe in four life goals: Doing what is right by following dharma and the rule of ahimsa Striving for well-being through honest work Seeking pleasure Achieving moksha

The Impact of Hinduism Hinduism spread because it is flexible. It accepts all gods as forms of Brahman. It does not require priests or regular religious services. Hindus pray at local temples or personal shrines wherever they go.

Hinduism The Impact of Hinduism Where did Indian traders and priests spread Hinduism after A.D. 1? What percentage of Indians today are Hindus?

Effects of Hinduism on Indian Life How is Indian life influenced by Hinduism? Effects of Hinduism on Indian Life Students should consider not only the religious aspects of Hinduism but also how it is connected to geography. For example, much of Hinduism was spread by traders, and priests established shrines throughout India as they traveled from place to place. Students should also consider the effects of Hinduism on art, literature, holy days, architecture, and duties of caste.