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INTRODUCTION
TO WORLD RELIGIONS
& BELIEF SYSTEMS
1st Quarter: Module 8

Mary Ann C. Doctor

Rogelio DG. Burce
Module Writers

Department of Education • Republic of the Philippines

 Content Standard

The learner demonstrates understanding of the elements of Hinduism;

a. Founders: Aryans (1500 B.C.)

b. Sacred texts: Vedas, Upanishads and Bhagavad-Gita
c. Doctrines: Dharma-duty, Kamapleasure, Artha-wealth, Mokshaliberation,
Brahman, Atman, the Identification of Brahman and Atman, the Four Yogas (Yoga
of Knowledge, Yoga of Work, Yoga of Devotion or Love, and Yoga of Psychological
Exercises)
d. Gods: 33 million gods and goddesses
e. Issues: Gender Inequality, Caste System, Poverty

Performance Standard

The learner simulates a particular yoga and writes a reflection paper on her insights
in Hinduism.

Most Essential Learning

Examine the brief history, core teachings, fundamental beliefs, practices, and
related issues of Hinduism.

Learning Competency

 Recite the creation story in Rig Veda

 Identify the names of the major Hindu deities as well as their corresponding
functions or powers
 Explain the core teaching of Hinduism is the attainment of liberation in the
identification of Atman and Brahman through the Four Yogas.

EXPECTATION

 The lessons included in your module teaches you the basic concepts on the
beliefs and practices of Hinduism.
 It also helps you to identify the founder of Hinduism and how this belief
started.
 In addition, it will help you to understand the concept of polytheism in the
belief system of Hinduism.
 Moreover, it helps you to analyze what are the related issues concerning to the
beliefs of Hinduism.

Let‘s get started……tune up!!!!

PRE-TEST

Multiple Choice: Read the questions carefully. Write the letter of your correct answer
on the space provided.

1.________ This religion is the world oldest polytheistic religion.

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 a. Hinduism b. Christianity c. Islam d. Judaism
2.________In Hinduism, there‘s no particular founder but it is said that it was
influenced by the warrior tribe named;
a. Babylon b. Aryan c. Dravidian d. Sumerian
3.________Which country in Asia is largest adherents of Hinduism.
a. Saudi Arabia b. Pakistan c. India d. Indonesia
4._______It is the sacred space or the house of worship for Hinduism.
a. Mosque b. Synagogue c. Temple d. Church
5._______ This term refers to the liberation of the soul.
a. Dharma b. Reincarnation c. Karma d. Moksha
6._______ What is the sacred text or scripture of Hinduism?
a. Quran b. Vedas c. Bible d. Torah
7._______Which of the following do not belong to the sects of Hinduism?
a. Smartism b. Shaivism c. Shakitism d. Sufi
8._______One of the main festivals in Hinduism, they called it as festival of lights.
a. Diwali b. Holi c. Dusserah d. Lohri
9. _______The term used for the classification of clan or social class in India.
a. Middle Class b Elite System c. Traditional Class d. Caste System
10._____ Which of the following do not belong to the doctrines of Hinduism?
a. Atman b. Salvation c. Karma d. Kavana

LOOKING BACK

Fill in the blank: Choose your answer on the boxes below and write it on the
space provided.
1. ____________Islam believes that he is the last and only prophet.
2. ____________It is the sacred writings of Islam.
3. ____________What is the most important month for Islam?
4. ____________In what country in Asia Islam were started?
5. ____________It is the core teaching of Islam?

5 Pillars Saudi Israel Ramadan Muhammad Qur‘an Bible

Arabia

INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON

Let’s Ponder!!

Describe what you see in the picture?

How would you interpret the picture? In what
religion this symbol was used?

https://www.google.com/search?q=hinduism+symbol&safe=active&rlz

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 What Is It

How did Hinduism begin?

Dharma is a central concept shared by many religions in the Indian subcontinent,

including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism—as well as in the Indo-
Iranian faith of Zoroastrianism. The dharmic religions are all originated in India.

Hinduism or Sanatana Dharma ("eternal spiritual path") began about 4000 years ago
in India. It is the third world‘s largest polytheistic religion with around 15% of the
population is Hindu- the one practicing Hinduism faith. India is the most numbers
of Hindu in which 80% of their total population adhering to the religion. Today,
worldwide, there are almost one billion people professing some aspect of Hinduism
which we can found them in Nepal, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Bhutan, Sri-Lanka, Fiji,
Trinidad and Tobacco and Guyana.

Hinduism was the religion of an ancient people known as the Aryans ("noble people")
whose philosophy, religion, and customs are recorded in their sacred texts known as
the Vedas. Since Aryans are nomadic people, they had no temples. Aryans brought
polytheistic religion to India similar to Indo-European peoples. They believe in
natural forces such as sun, moon and storm and are personified in reference to the
pantheon of gods and goddesses. Sacrifices and offerings to god was the principal
form of worship for Aryans. Hinduism was originally known as ―Arya Dharma‖ or the
―Aryan Way‖.

The term Hindu derives from a Persian term hindu (in, Sanskrit, Sindhu) which
means river, denoting the inhabitants of the land beyond the Indus, a river in
present-day Pakistan. Hinduism is more than a religion. It is a culture, a way of life,
and a code of behavior. Unlike Buddhism, Jainism, or Sikhism, Hinduism has no
historical founder. Its authority rests instead upon a large body of sacred texts that
provide Hindus with rules governing rituals, worship, pilgrimage, and daily activities,
among many other things.

 Hindu Sacred Scriptures

The sacred writings of the Hindus are categorized into two classes, the shruti
and shmriti, and was written in Sanskrit language. It was principally passed
down throughout generations by way of music, recitation, dance and drama.
1. Shruti
-literally means ―that which is heard‖, regarded as eternal truths that were
passed only

until the beginning of the present age wherein there came the need to write
them down. The four collections of the Vedas form the Shruti and are considered
primary sources and the most authoritative texts of the Hindu faith. Other books
under Shruti include the Samhitas, Brahmanas, Upanishads, and a few Sutras.

a. Vedas- the word Veda means ―knowledge‖ or ―sacred lore‖. It is known as the
earliest known Sanskrit literature from Brahmanic period the oldest scriptures of
Hinduism. Approximately it was written between 1500 B.C.E- 400 B.C.E. In the epic

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of Mahabharata, it is said that Vedas was written by Bhrama. The Vedas were
divided into four; Rig Veda, Sama Veda, Yajur Veda, and Atharva Veda.

 Rig Veda- the most important and oldest book dated back around 1500 B.C.E
to 1200 B.C.E. It is also the oldest living religious literature of the world. The
book is a collection of over a thousand hymns and verses dedicated to the
pantheon of gods.
 Yajur-Veda- it is called as the ―knowledge of rites‖ and the second book of
Veda. This book is the compilation of materials to be recited during rituals
and sacrifices to deities.
Composed around 1200 B.C.E to 1000 B.C.E.
 Sama-Veda- the third book, known as ―knowledge of chants‖. This book is a
collection of verses from the basic hymns to be recited by priests during
sacrifices. The time of writing is almost same as Yajur-Veda.
 Atharva-Veda- the fourth book, known as ―knowledge given by the sage
Atharva.‖ It was written dated back 1500 B.C.E to 1000 B.C.E. It is a
collection of rituals used in homes and popular prayers to gods. It is also
contains of numerous spells and incantations for medical purposes and
magical aids to victory in battle among others.
b. Upanishads- it is literally means ―sitting down near‖ or ―sitting close to‖, listen
intently to the mystic teachings of a spiritual teacher, who has the power to fully
understood the universal truths. It is also mean ―brahma-knowledge‖, whereby
ignorance is totally eliminated. All the profound treatises of Hinduism are found
in this writings such as karma (action), samsara (reincarnation), moksha
(nirvana), atman (soul) and Bhrahman (Absolute Almighty).

c. Bhramanas- are the prose texts which explain the hymns in the Vedas, give
explanation and applications and related stories of their origin. They also have
some stories related to the certain persons related to the Vedic Text

2. Shmriti

-literally means ―that which has been remembered.‖ Most of the texts included
here are sectarian in nature and considered lesser important compared to
shruti. Shmriti consists of stories and legends, codes of conducts for society,
and the guide book for worship in Hindu. Ramayana and Mahabharata and
Bhagavad Gita are part of this writings.

a. Ramayana was translated as the ―Story of Rama‖ or ―Rama‘s Journey.‖, it is

a Sanskrit epic poem written by the poet Valmiki. Covering of 24,000 verses in
seven books and 500 cantos. Composed sometime in the 5th century BCE. The
story is all about the exile and then return of Rama, prince of Ayodhya. Rama
was exiled by his father on the eve of his coronation. Rama is the ideal son and
king, Sita the ideal wife, was abducted by Ravana, the demon king of Lanka.
Rama struggles mightily to win Sita back. After a long battle Rama kills Ravana
and reunites to Sita. They crowned Rama as the king.
b. Mahabarata is divided into two books of more than 100,000 verses, each
containing two lines or couplets totaling more than 1.8 million words. It is
roughly 10 times as long as "The Illiad," one of the most notable Western epic
poems and fifteen times longer than the bible.
The Hindu holy man Vyasa is generally credited with being the first to compile
the Mahabharata, although the entire text was assembled between the 8th and
9th centuries B.C. and the oldest portions date back to almost 400 B.C. Vyasa
himself appears several in the Mahabharata.
Mahaharata is an ancient Indian epic where the main story revolves in two
family-the Pandavas and Kauravas. They battle for the throne of Hastinapura.

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 Intertwined into this narrative are several smaller stories about people dead or
living, and philosophical discourses. It is an epic vision of human conditions,
such as intrigue, romance, diplomacy, moral collapse, dishonor and
lamentations. (Ong. De Jose 2016)

c. Bhagavad Gita also called as the ―Song of the Lord‖, is part of the sixth book
of Mahabarata. Considered as the holiest books for Hindus. It is composed of
700-verses. It is a narrative dialogue between Pandava Prince Arjuna (The
Warrior Prince) and his guide- cousin Krishna. Arjuna was about to join his
brothers in a war between two royal families, which will involve many of his
relatives and friends. It was a tough decision for Arjuna whether to join or not
in the war. He planned to withdraw the battle but Krisna, reminded him that he
must fulfill his duty in accordance with his class, telling that death does not
destroy the soul. The Gita instructs that any person may reach god through
devotion, knowledge, or selfless action. Humans must do their duty or dharma
whatever it may be and whatever results it could produce.

 BELIEFS AND DOCTRINES

In order to fully understand what Hinduism is, and as a religion, it is important

to explain and analyzed some of their key concepts and basic doctrines that
would define to its belief system.
Doctrines Concept
Atman means ―eternal self‖, it is referring to the real self
beyond ego or false self. It is often called as ―spirit or
soul‖, and indicates the true self or essence which
underlines man‘s existence. The understanding of the
self as eternal supports the idea of reincarnation. The
concept of Atman teaches the idea of self as a spiritual
rather than material being emphasizing the
detachment from material world and promotes practice
of asceticism.
Dharma means ‗duty‘, ‗virtue‘, ‗morality‘ and even ‗religion‘. It is
referring to the power which upholds the universe or
society. Dharma is the power that maintains society
and makes people moral or gives human the
opportunity to act virtuously. Each person has his/her
own dharma known as ―sva-dharma‖.
Varna (Caste System) developed in classical Hinduism, the idea that refers to
dharma or persons responsibility regarding class
(varna) and the stage of life (ashrama). This idea gave
birth to the Hindu class system or ―caste system‖. The
four classes are;
1. Bhramans or Bhramins- the scholars and the
priestly class who perform religious ritusls.
2.Kshatriya- the class of nobles or warriors who
traditionally had power.
3. Vaishyas- the ordinary commoners and merchants
who trade and produce commodities, do the farming
and earn a living.
4. Shurdas- the workers who traditionally served the
higher classes, including laborers, artists, musicians
and clerks.
Karma in Sanskrit word it means ―action‖. Refers to the law
that every action has an equal reaction either
immediately or at some point in the future. Good
actions will reward good reactions. Bad actions will
receive negative effects. The result of actions might
only experience after the present life in a new life.
Samsara In Hinduism, it is the concept or process of rebirth or

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 reincarnation. It is the continuous cycle in which the
soul is reborn over and over again. At death, many
Hindus believe that the soul is carried by a subtle body
which can be human, animal or divine-being according
to the law of karma.
Moksha It is the ultimate goal for Hindu believers. This is the
liberation or freedom of the soul from the cycle of birth
and re-rebirth. The attainment of moksha for a Hindu
is for the atman to be completely detached from
material world and identify itself with the Supreme
Spirit (Brahman). Hinduism explain, the state of
liberation can be attained by going through the process
of the four yogas.
The Four Yogas It means the realization in direct experience of the pre-
existing union between the individual consciousness
and the universal consciousness.
1. Karma Yoga- or the discipline of right actions is
for those of active temperament, striving to eliminate
selfishness, and to cultivate universal sympathy by
seeing the reality in all.
2.Bhakti Yoga- is the path of devotion to God whose
presence can be felt in all things. God can be
worshipped as present in an image in a Temple. God
can be worshipped also as present in suffering
humanity by service.
3. Jnana Yoga- preferred by those of analytical bent of
mind, is the discipline of trying to see the divine reality
within all things directly, by mentally brushing aside
all the obstructing physical and mental coverings that
hide it.
4. Raja Yoga -is the process of mental control, purity,
and meditation to make the mind very calm and quiet.
In that profound quiet, the inner divine light reveals
itself.
Trimuti (Sanskrit: ―three forms‖) in Hinduism, triad of the three
gods Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The concept was
known by the timeof Kalidasa‘s
poem Kumarasambhava (―Birth of War‖ God‖; c. 4th–
5th century CE). The trimurti collapses the three gods
into a single form with three faces. Each god is in
charge of one aspect of creation, with Brahma as
creator, Vishnu as preserver, and Shiva as destroyer.
Vishnu and Shiva are widely worshipped in India, very
few temples are dedicated to Brahma, who is expressly
said to have lost his worshippers as the result of telling
a lie and is merely entrusted with the task of creation
under the direction of one of the other two gods.

 Symbols of Hinduism
Hinduism is full with symbolism—some even say that no other religion employs
the art of symbolism as effectively as the Hindus, these symbols are representative of
the philosophies, teachings and even the gods and goddesses themselves of the
Hindus. There are two general categories or branches of Hindu symbols. Hand
gestures and the positioning of the body are called ―mudras‖ while icons and
drawings are called ―murti.‖ Some Hindu symbols, like the lotus and the conch, are
similar to the symbols used in Buddhism.

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 Om (or Aum)
The Om is the most universal of Hindu symbols and its sound is used in meditation. In
Hinduism, the word ―Om‖ is the first syllable in any prayer. More specifically, Om is
used to symbolizing the universe and the ultimate reality. Some people say that this
symbol represents the three aspects of God: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.

The Swastika

Although this symbol has a negative connotation in some parts of the world because of
Nazi Germany, the swastika is actually a sign of luck and fortune. This variation of the
cross has been present in ancient Hinduism and is used to represent honesty, truth,
purity, and stability. Its four angles or points also symbolize the four directions or
Vedas.

The Sri Yantra

Also called the Shri Chakra, this symbol is characterized by nine interlocking triangles
that radiate from a central point. Of the nine, the four upright triangles represent the
masculine side or Shiva; while the five inverted triangles represent the feminine, or the
Shakti (Divine Mother). As a whole, the Sri Yantra is used to symbolize the bond or
unity of both the masculine and the feminine divinity. It can also mean the unity and
bond of everything in the cosmos.

The Tilaka

This symbol is often placed on the forehead of a devotee of Hinduism. The Tilaka is
different from the bindi worn by Hindu women, though. The tilaka comes in many
different shapes, depending on the custom or religious affair. A devotion to Vishnu is
indicated by a U-shaped tilaka, while horizontal lines symbolize devotion to Shiva.

The Lotus

This plant is representative of creation and is used to symbolize Vishnu, Brahma,

and Lakshmi.

The Bindi
One of the most well-known items in Hinduism is the bindi, a dot (often the color
red) worn on women‘s foreheads. It is a form of the tilak, a symbolic mark worn by
many Hindu men and women, but that has less religious meaning than other
tilaks. Traditionally, the bindi is worn on the forehead of married Hindu women. It
symbolizes female energy and is believed to protect women and their husbands
from bad things.

The Trishula
Trishula or the Trident is a prominent Hindu symbol that is associated with Lord Shiva.
Though this three-pronged symbol is usually viewed as a weapon used by the Lord for the
protection and restoration of Dharma. It is representative of the Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu,
and Mahesh and stands for the balance between the forces of creation, preservation, and
destruction. Another symbolic representation of the Trishula is that of the three facets of
consciousness, namely, cognition, affection, and conation.
(https://www.ancient-symbols.com/hindu-symbols.html)

 MAJOR HINDU DEITIES

Hindus accept that, at the most fundamental level, God is the One without a second
— the absolute, formless, and only reality known as Brahman, the Supreme,
Universal Soul. Brahman is the universe and everything in it. Brahman has no form
and no limits; it is reality and truth. Thus Hinduism is a pantheistic religion, it
equates God with the universe. Yet Hindu religion is also polytheistic: populated with
myriad gods and goddesses who personify aspects of the one true God, allowing
individuals an infinite number of ways to worship based on family tradition,

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community and regional practices, and other considerations. There are almost 33
million gods and goddesses that Hindu have.
Here are just some of the many Hindu gods and goddesses:
 Brahma, the Creator
Brahma is the first member of the Hindu Trinity and is ―the Creator‖ because he
periodically creates everything in the universe. (periodically here refers to the Hindu
belief that time is cyclical; everything in the universe — except for Brahman and
certain Hindu scriptures — is created, maintained for a certain amount of time, and
then destroyed in order to be renewed in ideal form again.)
 Vishnu, the Preserver
Vishnu is the second member of the Hindu Trinity. He maintains the order and
harmony of the universe, which is periodically created by Brahma and periodically
destroyed by Shiva to prepare for the next creation. Vishnu is the pervader — the
divine essence that pervades the universe. He is usually worshipped in the form of
an avatar.

 Shiva, the Destroyer

Shiva is the third member of the Hindu Trinity, tasked with destroying the universe
in order to prepare for its renewal at the end of each cycle of time. Shiva‘s destructive
power is regenerative: It‘s the necessary step that makes renewal possible.
Hindus customarily invoke Shiva before the beginning of any religious or spiritual
endeavor; they believe that any bad vibrations in the immediate vicinity of worship
are eliminated by the mere utterance of his praise or name.
 Ganapati, the Remover of Obstacles
Ganapati, also known as Ganesha, is Shiva‘s first son. Lord Ganapati, who has an
elephant head, occupies a very special place in the hearts of Hindus because they
consider him the Remover of Obstacles. Most Hindu households have a picture or
statue of this godhead, and it‘s not uncommon to see small replicas of Ganapati
hanging from rearview mirrors of cars and trucks.
 Avatars of Vishnu
The literal meaning of the word avatar is ―descent,‖ and it‘s usually understood to
mean divine descent. Avatars are savior forms of a god that descend to earth to
intervene whenever help is needed to restore dharma (moral order) and peace. Two of
Vishnu‘s ten avatars are Rama and Krishna.
o Rama
Rama is one of the most beloved Hindu gods and is the hero of the Hindu epic called
the Ramayana. He is portrayed as an ideal son, brother, husband, and king and as a
strict adherent to dharma. Millions of Hindus derive satisfaction from reading and
recalling Rama‘s trials and tribulations as a young prince who was exiled from his
kingdom for 14 years.
o Krishna
If one Hindu god‘s name is known and recognized throughout the world, it is
Krishna. Hindus identify Krishna as the teacher of the sacred scripture called
the Bhagavad Gita and as the friend and mentor of prince Arjuna in the epic
the Mahabharata.
(https://www.dummies.com/religion/hinduism/hindu-gods-and-goddesses/)

 SUBDIVISIONS OF HINDUISM
Hindu Sects
The most famous of these sects, and those with the largest following, are
Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shaktism, and Smartism. The sects typically focus
on bhakti, or devotion, to one deity.

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1. Vaishnavism: Devotion to Vishnu

The sect with the most followers worldwide. They worship primarily the preserver
god Vishnu. Vaishnavas typically worship his consort, Lakshmi, as well. The couple
is often depicted sitting or lying on a giant thousand-headed serpent that is floating
on the ocean of the universe. Adherents have multitudes of saints, temples, and
sacred exts.
2. Shaivism: Devotion to Shiva
Shaivism is the second largest branch of Hinduism. This might seem strange since
the followers, Shaivas, worship Shiva, the god of destruction. Shiva is not a
malicious destroyer, but a transformer. Followers of Shaivism value self-discipline
and philosophy. They practiced yoga and worship in temple.
3. Shaktism: Devotion to the Great Goddess
Shaktism focuses on worship of the ''Great Goddess'' and her many forms.
Adherents to this tradition hold the Devi Mahatmyh, or ''Greatness of Devi,'' text
sacred. A divine mother that assumes many forms, be it gentle or a fierce deity.
Believer used chants, magic, and yoga to call cosmic forces.
4. Smartism: Devotion to Six Goddess
For the Smartas, devotees are left to choose their own deity in one of six
manifestations, namely Ganesha, Suva, Shakti, Vishnu, Surya, and Skanda. They
are known as liberals as they embraced all major Hindu gods.

 SELECTED ISSUES ON HINDUISM

In India almost 80% of their populations practicing Hinduism, they remain secular
states that still neutral in issues involving religious convictions and practices of its
citizenry. They are allowed to propagate their own sets of beliefs. Being a country
with the largest followers of Hinduism, India is facing numerous challenges that
religious in character. Some of the issue connected to their faith are as follow;

1. Poverty

Rapid industrialization to India is largely affecting village economy and the rural way
of life.
Traditions still persists in the local setting as evidenced by the fatalistic nature of
village people. Caste mentality is still strong in despite of the passage of laws
prohibiting discrimination. In 2012, the government of India declares that more than
20% of the Indian population is subsisting below the official poverty line.

2. Caste System
The caste system is one of major distinguishing features of Indian culture that still
affects modern-day society. It is a system of social class wherein they believed that
what one person joins a caste by being born to their parents of that particular caste,
in other words, your opportunities is based on your family origin. The Indian
constitution did not allow discrimination against lower castes. Lower castes
members are now slowed to be elected to the key government positions. In fact their
10th President Kocherii R. Narayanan(1197-2002), belongs to a dalit, in which in
their caste system they were called as outcastes” or “untouchables”. they performed
the humblest jobs, such as street sweepers, latrine cleaners, and handlers of the
dead.

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  The Story of Creation based on Hindu Tradition
Read and ponder on the following account and give your analysis afterwards.

―Who really knows, and who can swear,

How creation came, when or where!
Even gods came after creation‘s day,
Who really knows, who can truly say;
When and how did creation start?
Did He do it? Or Did He not?
Only He up there, knows maybe;
Or perhaps not even He.‖
(Rig Veda 10:129)

 Worshipped and Observances

Hindus celebrate a number of festivals that are based on Hindu calendar and often
Festivals Observance
Diwali Festival of Lights is a major holiday that is also
celebrated by Buddhists, Jains and
Sikhs. Consider as New Year‘s Day same as
Christians.
Holi Festival of Colors. The celebration of spring.
Ganesha Chaturthi celebration the birth of Ganesha, son of Shiva.
Festival may last 10 days, or may be celebrated at
home.
Maha Shivratri Honor Lord Shiva. The celebration involves all-
night worship the night before, fasting on the day,
prayer and vigil
Raksha Bandhan The Bond of Protection. It celebrates brotherhood
and love
related to seasonal changes. Pilgrimage are also undertaken by Hindus throughout
India to visit the sacred shrines of their deities. The City of Varanasi also called
Benares, is the most sacred pilgrimage site in India which is considered as the home
of Shiva.

What‘s More (Activity 1)- Take the route to Hinduism!

From this graphic organizer, provide needed information about the beliefs and
doctrines of Hinduism. Write at least 1-2 sentences of what you have understand
about the doctrine.

Doctrines of
Hinduism

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 (https://www.google.com/search?q=pie+graphic+organizer&tbm=isch&ved)

Guide Questions:

1. What are the similarities between the Trinity of Christianity to Trimuti of

Hinduism?
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2. Which among the doctrines of Hinduism do you want to adopt as Christian? Why?
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3. Why do you think Hinduism in primarily concentrated in India?
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Activity 2- Know the Difference. Fill the graphic organizer, the similarities and
differences of Shruti to Shmriti.

Shruti Shmriti

Text Support All statemet 3

are suppoted
by the text.
Placement All the 4
statements in
the circle are
not similar
within the two
outside circle.
No.of Quality Make at least 3
Statement 3-5
statements for
comparison in
each circle.
Total 10pts.
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What I Have Learned.

Fill out the table with the basic facts about Hinduism.

Founder

God

Sacred Texts

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Doctrines

Sects

Issues

Sacred Space

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

What I Can Do
Definition of Terms. Provide simple definitions of the following terms.
1. Hinduisn_______________________________________________________________________
2. Vedas__________________________________________________________________________
3. Aryan__________________________________________________________________________
4. India____________________________________________________________________________
5. Caste System__________________________________________________________________
6. Bhraman______________________________________________________________________
7. Ramayana______________________________________________________________________
8. Shiva___________________________________________________________________________
9. Diwali_________________________________________________________________________
10. Holi __________________________________________________________________________

POST TEST

A. Matching Type: Match column A with Column B. Write the correct letter on
the space provided.
a. Dharma _________1. Universal Hindu Symbol
b. Atman _________ 2. Eternal spiritual path
c. Bhagavad Gita _________ 3. Noble people
d. Shmriti __________4. That which is being heard
e. Sama Veda __________5. Knowledge of Rites
f. Yajur Veda __________6. Knowledge of Chants
g. Aum __________7. That which of being remembered
h. Sanatana __________8. Song of the Lord
i. Aryan ___________9. It means eternal self
j. Shruti __________10. Means duty, virtue or morality

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Answer the following questions;

1. In what way does Caste System is one of the reasons of poverty in India?

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2. Read the Story of Creation of India, what would you compare it to Big Bang
Theory.
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3. Make your own Story of Creation. Following the Haiku format.

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