Hinduism 2 Flashcards
1
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What are the Upanishads?
A
The last part of the Vedas. Provides meaning to the rituals which is more important that enacting the.
2
Q
What is Brahman?
A
everything
3
Q
What is atman?
A
the self
4
Q
What is the mahabharata?
A
longest epic in any language. Dharma is the key theme. Bhagavad Gita is contained in this. Krishna is the hero.
5
Q
What are the key themes of the Bhagavad Gita?
A
- preservation of the communal order
- devotion to god
- detachment fro the fruits of action
6
Q
What is the ramayana?
A
second great epic story. rama and sita are in lov. balance your dharma with your heart.
7
Q
Rama is an avatar of what god?
A
Vishnu
