Hinduism

Question 0

What is “moksha” and how can one attain it?

Answer 0

The moksha is a Hindu’s plan for salvation

One attains this by accomplishing dharma and yoking with Brahman.

Question 1

Where did Hinduism begin?

Answer 1

It began in about 3000-2500 B.C. In the INDUS VALLEY

Question 2

Describe what Hinduism’s “plan of salvation” is:

Answer 2

Being trapped in the never-ending cycle, one performs daily duties (dharma) and disciplines in view of union (yoking) with Brahman

Question 3

Brahman =

Answer 3

Ultimate reality is “Brahman”

Note: realizing that atman is Brahman is to achieve the highest or perfect knowledge, according to Hinduism

Question 4

“Atman” means what?

Answer 4

An eternal, indestructible soul that every human has and where it’s ultimate purpose is to be united to “Brahman” (true self)

Question 5

Maya =

Answer 5

Our perceptions are “maya,” which means “illusion” or “appearance;” that is, what we experience in our existence, in the natural world, is not actually real but instead a dream or mirage.

Question 6

Samsara =

Answer 6

Literally means, “a wandering cross”

If Atman does not realize its truly Brahman, then your soul remains locked in this endless cycle of human rebirth.

Question 7

Karma =

Answer 7

Karma is the law of cause and effect based on actions/deeds

Question 8

Moksha/Nirvana =

Answer 8

The revelation that Hindus seek is known as “Moksha.”

Question 9

Caste =

Answer 9

A hierarchy of social privilege and responsibility based on one’s karma from a past life

Question 10

List the “seven core beliefs” of Hindu scriptures:

Answer 10

1) Brahman
2) Atman
3) Maya
4) Samsara
5) Karma
6) Moksha/Nirvana
7) Caste