Hindu Beliefs Arguments

Question 1

Importance of deities

Answer 1

• each one represents a different aspect or characteristic of Brahman
• gives Hindus a better understanding of what God is

Question 2

How does belief in deities influence a Hindu’s life

Answer 2

• may devote their worship to a particular deity that they feel a connection with
• may have a shrine in their home to a particular deity they feel a connection with
• may feel that their lives are enriched by the knowledge of Brahman which they gain through different deities
• may feel the importance of passing on stories and traditions relating to the different deities to their children
• may feel strengthened or empowered by the different deities and the stories connected to them

Question 3

Why Krishna and Rama are important to Hindus

Answer 3

• may devote their worship to Rama or Krishna
• may try to develop the characteristics shown in the stories about Rama and Krishna eg. courage or loyalty

Question 4

Why is Krishna so important to Hindus

Answer 4

• may feel their lives are enriched by the knowledge of Brahman which they gain through the story of Krishna
• may try to love their lives virtuously in order to join their soul with Brahman (as Krishna taught)
• may show respect to all living things or take particular care over the environment as they believe all living things have a soul ( as Krishna taught)