Ancient India Vocabulary

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What is the belief in Hinduism that how a person lives will affect their next life?

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Karma

Front

What state of true happiness and peace did Siddhartha reach through meditation?

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Nirvana

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What is the belief in Hinduism in a continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth?

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Samsara

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What do you call a landmass, such as India, that is of great size but smaller than a continent?

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Subcontinent

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What is the ancient language of India?

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Sanskrit

Front

What is the term for the moral duties and responsibilities in Hinduism?

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Dharma

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What is the term for the social hierarchy in Hindu society?

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Caste/Vaerna

Front

What is the term for the cycle of life, death, and rebirth in Hindu belief?

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Reincarnation

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What is the name of the ancient civilization that existed in the Indus Valley?

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Mohenjodaro

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What is the sacred text of Hinduism that contains hymns, philosophy, and guidance?

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Vedas