World Religions 2025-26 Unit 2 Vocab Guide - Hinduism

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Asceticism

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Asceticism is a lifestyle characterized by abstinence from sensual pleasures, often for the purpose of pursuing spiritual goals.

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Guru

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A Guru is a spiritual teacher or guide in Hinduism.

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Karma

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Karma is the law of cause and effect, where a person's actions determine their future experiences.

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Samsara

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Samsara is the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Hindu belief.

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Smriti

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Smriti refers to Hindu scriptures that are remembered and passed down, such as the Mahabharata and Ramayana.

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Mahabharata

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The Mahabharata is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, containing the Bhagavad Gita.

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Transcendental Meditation

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Transcendental Meditation is a form of silent mantra meditation developed by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.

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Yogas

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Yogas are spiritual practices or disciplines in Hinduism aimed at achieving union with the divine.

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What are the Life Pursuits in Hinduism?

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Dharma (duty), Artha (prosperity), and Kama (pleasure).

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Samskaras

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Samskaras are Hindu rites of passage or life-cycle rituals.