South and East Asia Religions Flashcards
What is an Ethnic Group?
A group of people who share a common culture and have a similar language.
What is a Religious Group?
A group of people who share a common belief in a religious claim
Buddhism- Country of origin?
India
Buddhism- Important People?
Siddharth Gautama/Buddha
Buddhism- Sacred Text(s)?
Triptaka
Buddhism- Basic Beliefs?
-4 noble truths
-Nirvana (no suffering, no desire, no selfishness) is the ultimate goal
-Reincarnation
-Karma
Buddhism- Mostly found today?
-Mongolia
-Japan
-Vietnam
-China
Hinduism- Country of origin?
India
Hinduism- Important People?
Aryans (Based on the religion practiced by them)
Hinduism- Sacred Text(s)?
The Vedas
Hinduism- Basic Beliefs?
-Polytheistic
-Caste System
-Reincarnation
-Karma
-Believe all living things have souls (Animals and people)
Hinduism- Mostly found today?
Today largely practiced in India.
What is Reincarnation?
The rebirth of a soul in a new body
What is Karma?
The belief your actions determine your fate in your next life.
What is the Caste System?
In Hinduism, a system of social classes in India that are inherited and cannot be changed.
What are the Brahmins?
Priests Judges Scholars
-Most powerful caste
-Performed ceremonies
What are the Kshatriyas?
Rulers Warriors
-Made the laws
What are the Vaisyas?
Farmers Merchants Craftsmen
-Even though it is the third class, it is still respected
What are the Sudras?
Unskilled workers Manual labor
-Poorest caste
-Largest caste
What are the Untouchables?
Did dirty work (Picking up trash, etc.
-Outcasts
-We’re not to be seen
Islam- Country of Origin?
Arabian Peninsula
Islam- Important People
-Allah
-Angel Gabriel
-Muhammad
Islam- Sacred Text(s)?
Quran
Islam- Basic Beliefs?
-5 pillars of faith
-Monotheistic
-Sunni and Shia (Divided into 2 due to the death of Muhammad)
