Hinduism Practices Flashcards
1
Q
4 Margas and what are they:
A
- Jnana Yoga –> Knowledge
- Bhakti Yoga –> Devotion
- Raja Yoga –> Mind and meditation
- Karma Yoga –> Action and sewa
2
Q
Offerings of worship and what they are: (3)
A
- Arati –> light offering
- Darshan –> asking for blessing, malas and bhajans sung
- Havan –> Fire sacrifice for initiation, grains and ghee offered
3
Q
Kumbh Mela pilgrimage:
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- Over 55 days
- Sadhus present
- Every 3 years w/ sites changing
- Largest pilgrimage
4
Q
Why do people take part in pilgrimage? (DHAT)
A
- Atonement
- Ask for help
- Thank God
- Devotion
5
Q
4 teachers in Hinduism:
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- Guru –> teacher of spirituality
- Sadhu –> wandering holy man
- Sanniyasan –> lonely man in last stage of life
- Swami –> teacher of scripture
6
Q
Qualities of guru:
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- All scripture known
- Brahman known
- Overcome all pleasures
- Honest, sincere, trustworthy
7
Q
Sathya Sai Babu: (2)
A
- Emphasis on sewa
- 15 mil followers
8
Q
Who is Kutch Kala provided by?
A
Sewa International
9
Q
What is the point of Kutch Kala? (3)
A
- Allows women to learn art skills
- Unity in Diversity
- Safe environment
10
Q
What is International Women’s Day called?
A
Fyunli Kauthig
11
Q
Murti:
A
Form of a deity used for worship
12
Q
What is the ISKCON temple also used as?
A
Community centre
