gods/goddesses | Hindu Terms | Sikhism | Places and things | Caste System |
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Which god is known as the creator?
Brahma
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What is Hinduism's most sacred mantra?
AUM
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What is the sacred text in Sikhism?
Adi Granth
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What is the holiest river for Hindus
Ganges
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Who are Brahmins?
Top caste - priestly; academics
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Which god is known for destruction?
Shiva
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ethical duty
dharma
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What is the ultimate purpose in life for Sihks?
Union with God
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Sacred symbol for Hindus representing motherhood
Cows
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Who are Kshatriyas
Rulers, administration, warriors
Below Brahmins - 2nd |
Which god is known as the preserver?
Vishnu
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the moral law of cause and effect of actions
karma
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"Where there are Sikh's, there is no hunger." What does this mean?
Langar - Feeding others is fundamental to their faith.
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What is worn on the forehead as a sign of auspiciousness and insight?
Bindi
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Who are Vaishyas?
Artisans, farmers, merchants
3rd |
In how many gods/goddesses do Hindu's believe?
330 million
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the wheel of rebirth - cycles
samsara
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What are the five K's?
Uncut hair, comb, steel bracelet, sword, shorts.
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What is Hinduism's most sacred text?
Bhagavad-Gita
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Who are Shudras
Manual laborers
4th |
What is the most recognized god outside of India?
Ganesha
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the eternal self or soul
atman
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How many gurus are there in Sikhism?
10
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What is an incarnation of a diety (living embodiment)
avatar
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Who are the Dalits? (untouchables)
Street cleaners, menial tasks
bottom of the caste system |