Lessons Of Indian Literature By: Thomas Hickman Vanessa Lemus Natasha Navas

Lessons of Indian Literature Indian literature had two great Hindu epics: – Mahabharata – Ramayana Both illustrated the teachings of Hinduism: – Dharma – Karma – Reincarnation

Buddhism : The Search For Spiritual Peace Buddhism found by Siddhartha Gautama – Young prince searched for spiritual peace. The word Buddha means “Enlightened One”. Siddhartha received by his followers Buddha practiced yoga, a spiritual practice – Combines meditation, breathing practices, specific postures, and nonviolent behavior. Buddhism rejects the social stratification of the Hindu caste system.

Islam in India Brought to western India by Arab traders – In the eighth century A.D First Muslim Kingdom in India was established in Delhi. Muslim expansion continued in India for centuries Muslim conquests eventually led to the establishment of the Mughal.

Chinese Literature Longest living civilization Existed nearly 4,000 yrs. Created an alphabet of more than 3,000 characters Started a literary tradition that continues today.

Chinese History: Dynastic Rule Shang dynasty 1766B.C.-1122B.C -first system of writing developed

Chou Dynasty Longest- lasting dynasty in Chinese history Overthrew the Shang Established a structure of imperial rule Used until early twentieth century

Ch’in Dynasty Overpowered the Chou The name China believed to derive from Ch’in Built roads and constructed a Great Wall Fifteen-hundred-miles across northern border

Han, T’ang and Sung Dynasty Literature, the arts technology, and trade flourished Eventually ended up corrupted and fighting