Who is Brahman to Hindus?
In this lesson, we are going to be learning about the three gods who make up Brahman (Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva). We will also learn about the feminine deities within Hinduism.
Who is Brahman to Hindus?
In this lesson, we are going to be learning about the three gods who make up Brahman (Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva). We will also learn about the feminine deities within Hinduism.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The concept of Brahman as a Supreme Being
- The concept of God within the natural world, especially within the River Ganges
- How God can be described and thought about in different ways, with different names, and how these help Hindus understand God
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7 Questions
Q1.
How many Purusharthas, or aims, are there in Hinduism?
One aim
Three aims
Two aims
Q2.
Atman means...
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
the power that supports the universe
Q3.
Karma means...
livelihood (the job you do to survive)
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
the power that supports the universe
Q4.
Dharma means...
livelihood (the job you do to survive)
our experience of enjoyment
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
Q5.
Kama means...
livelihood (the job you do to survive)
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
the power that supports the universe
Q6.
Artha means...
our experience of enjoyment
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
the power that supports the universe
Q7.
Moksha means...
livelihood (the job you do to survive)
our experience of enjoyment
the power that supports the universe
8 Questions
Q1.
Brahman means...
for every action, there is a reaction or a consequence
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
the power that supports the universe
Q2.
What is the role of Brahma?
assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.
responsible for keeping all good things on Earth and bringing harmony when needed.
Q3.
What is the role of Vishnu?
assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.
the source of all creation.
Q4.
What is the role of Shiva?
responsible for keeping all good things on Earth and bringing harmony when needed.
the source of all creation.
Q5.
What is the role of Saraswati?
a warrior goddess who symbolises the 'hidden strength' of women, and divine opposition to evil.
known to be caring for others and both patient and wise.
many Hindus pray to her for a happy family life and financial security.
Q6.
What is the role of Lakshmi?
a warrior goddess who symbolises the 'hidden strength' of women, and divine opposition to evil.
inspires music, drama, science and poetry. Many pray to her for help in these areas.
known to be caring for others and both patient and wise.
Q7.
What is the role of Parvati?
a warrior goddess who symbolises the 'hidden strength' of women, and divine opposition to evil.
inspires music, drama, science and poetry. Many pray to her for help in these areas.
many Hindus pray to her for a happy family life and financial security.
Q8.
What is the role of Durga?
inspires music, drama, science and poetry. Many pray to her for help in these areas.
known to be caring for others and both patient and wise.
many Hindus pray to her for a happy family life and financial security.