8 gr CH4 Sec2 Hinduism

Grade 8 Chapter4: Ancient India & China; Section2:HinduismPlease use the section 2 summary notes worksheets and follow along to fill in the Taking Notes and to answer the questions in the boxes on the side. Remember to raise your hand to be chosen to answer a question. Use the space provided to type your answer after the question. LET’S GO!!!!Taking Notes:Origin:Hinduism: no founder, evolved over thousands of yearsJainisim: founded around 500 BC by Hindus who broke away from religionBeliefs:Hinduism: belief in Brahman, atman, devas, reincarnation, karma, moksha, DharmaJainism: beliefs of Hinduism plus ahimsaTexts: (sacred texts)Hinduism: Vedas, sacred epics like Ramayana and MahabharataJainism: NONEPractices: (diverse worship)Hinduism: reading Vedas, offerings to devas, yoga, meditation, pilgrimageJainism: nonviolence, tell the truth, avoid stealingWhat is the description of Brahman. Why can’t people understand Brahman?Which phrases from the text describe what Hindus believe happens to atman after death?Which peoples’ names in the Ramayans were considered a model for Hindu couples. What makes them the ideal couple?What names of Hindu texts are named in this summary? How do the epic poems differ from the Vedas?Why did Jains break away from Hinduism?PLEASE OPEN YOUR TEXT BOOKS TO SECTION 2 OF CHAPTER 4 TO FOLLOW ALONG.(page 99)questions#1 – 4What basic teachings do most Hindus share?Why do Hindu beliefs vary widely?What are Hindu beliefs about Brahman?How might Hindu beliefs about karma and reincarnation affect the way that individuals live?Turn to page 100 of your text book to answer questions 5 – 8.What are the sacred texts and religious practices of Hinduism?What do Hindus believe about Vedas?How are epics different from sacred Hindu texts?Do you think epics are a good way to teach people about religious ideas? Why or why not?Turn to page 101 to answer questions 9 – 11.What are some places that Hindu worship can take place? What is the ultimate purpose of yoga? Why do Hindus make pilgrimages to the Ganges?Turn to page 102 to answer questions 12 – 14.What are the teachings of Jainism?How is Jainism different from Hinduism? How do Jain monks and nuns live?