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Origins of Hinduism The Big Idea Hinduism, the largest religion in India today, developed out of ancient Indian beliefs and practices. Main Ideas Indian society divided into distinct groups under the Aryans. The Aryans practiced a religion known as Brahmanism. Hinduism developed out of Brahmanism and influences from other cultures. The Jains reacted to Hinduism by breaking away to form their own religion.

Kshatriyas Vaisyas Sudras Brahmins Priests Rulers and warriors Laborers and non-Aryans Indian Society Divides Varnas Farmers, craftspeople, and traders Social divisions in Aryan society

Individuals Place in society based on birth, wealth, or occupation 3,000 castes once existed in India. Individuals could rarely change castes. Caste Rules Sutras (guides) listed all the rules for the caste system. Breaking rules resulted in a transfer to a lower class. Caste System

Brahmanism Aryan priests were called Brahmins. Wrote Vedic texts, which were their thoughts about the Vedas Evolving Beliefs The Vedas, Upanishads, and other Vedic texts began blending with beliefs from different cultures, creating Hinduism. Brahmanism develops into Hinduism Hinduism Many gods Reincarnation: could be reborn into new forms and castes Men and women could both gain salvation, but women were inferior.

Origins of Jainism Four Principles of Jainism 599 BC, established as an alternative to Hindu ritualism Based on the teachings of Mahavira, who abandoned his life of luxury to become a monk Injure no life. Tell the truth. Do not steal. Own no property. Jains React to Hinduism