Exploring Hinduism: Origins, Beliefs, and Cultural Influence
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Western University**We aren't endorsed by this school
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RELSTUD HRT3M
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Religion
Date
Dec 10, 2024
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HRF3OUNIT5: EASTERNRELIGION: HINDUORIGINSHINDUISMINAWORLDCONTEXTHinduism is the ______largest World Religionand isapproximately ___% of the world’s population (somewherebetween ________million people) are ___________.There are approximately 300,000 Hindu’s in Canada and190,000 live in Toronto. Hindu’s are most prevalent in _________ & Nepal.Is Hinduism a Religion?Hinduism does _____easily fit into an organized religiousstructure like the various ______________religions we have studied so far. There is _____founder of the faith, no central authority, no universal agreement on sacred texts, and nocreed. There isalso no___________on which god or ________ should be revered. Because of this, ___________ in Hinduism is creates a significantly more __________relationship with the faith (you own it!).Early OriginsHistorians and theologians cannot determine when it began however, archeologists agree that it began in the ________________. This area was perfect for the growth of civilization because the region was fertilemeaning it was good for farming, fishing, and transporting goods. As cities grew, so did the population and their faith.Early CitiesCulturally and technically advanced cities emerged in this region as early as ________BCE including Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro. These cities make buildings and structures out of bricks, dug wells for water, had crude plumbing (including working toilets) and a ___________. This was believed to have been used for religious ceremonies including _____________and other milestone or daily rituals.Signs of Worship: Stamp SealsArcheologists have discovered numerous engraved images of animals, humans, and gods throughout the Indus Valley region. Some of these engraved images are referred to as stamp seals, many of which were used in _________to identify the price and quantity of goods. Others were stamped on ________(a soft stone) and depicted gods. These stones mayhave been used as __________. One idol appears to resemble ______________, with a plant emerging from a woman’s womb, which means that idea of a woman giving birth to the world is truly global.
HRF3OUNIT5: EASTERNRELIGION: HINDUORIGINSEarly PotteryEarly pots and urns also show a religious awareness in Indus Valley peoples. One shows a 3-faced man with 4 wild beasts surrounding him which closely resembles the Hindu diety ________. Regardless, Hindu and Harappa culture seems to be linked because _______________with ashes found inside, have been uncovered throughout the region. _________was and remains the accepted death ritual for Hindu’s.Connection to NatureActs of nature seem to have been attributed to ________________ forces (aka the gods) as many people believe(d) that floods, drought, bountiful harvests, etc.were all products of the happiness or anger of various dieties. These dieties were to be both _________and _____________.Aryan InfluenceMigrating Aryans (“noble ones”) from the Middle East & Europe may have influenced or changed Harappa culture as they brought with them; ___________language, a complex system of ___________ gods, and ___________ classes(the caste system). Aryansviewed or valued people as either inferior or superior. They of course weredeemed superior to the locals.Aryans specifically created a class of priests, called _______________ to ensurethat religious practices were kept. They were in charge of memorizing &organizing hymns, prayers, and religious rituals. The Brahmins became the mostinfluential _________members in early Indian society. They were treatedand regarded as _______to _________leaders in terms of their influenceand power.
HRF3OUNIT5: EASTERNRELIGION: HINDUORIGINSBefore we begin looking at sacred texts, investigate the Three Great Gods of Hinduism or the Hindu TrinityComplete the following chart by BrahmaVishnuShivaKnown as..God the CreatorGod the PreserverGod the DestroyerWhat abilities does each god possess?Description of Appearance including the objects they hold
HRF3OUNIT5: EASTERNRELIGION: HINDUORIGINS