Exam 4: Hinduism: Law and Life

The path toward salvation involving devotion is __________.

Rituals are repeated movements that are believed to carry spiritual meaning.

The Thread Ceremony involves a young man sitting still while a guru pulls all of his hair out of his head, one piece at a time.

________ is the yoga of devotion.

What is the significance of water in Hinduism?

Name the castes and discuss their relationship to one another. How are the doctrines of karma, samsara, and liberation connected to the caste system?

Many faithful Hindus are vegetarian because they do not wish to commit violence. This commitment to ________, or nonviolence, has been influential all over the world.

When making a sacrifice to god, an adherent is involved in __________.

What are the basic varnas?

Yoga is little more than a popular exercise.

Sati is a __________.

An experienced guide capable of helping others on the path toward salvation is called a(n) ________.

A ritual bath is also known as __________.

Ahimsa is __________.

Kali is the name of the goddess of fortune.

Why would someone go to a guru?

A word or words that have mystical significance __________.

Why is water an important element in the Hindu religion?

There is little basis for understanding modern nonviolent movements in ancient Hindu doctrines of ahimsa.

What is the Thread Ceremony?