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Murtis and how they are used in puja
I can describe how murti may be used in puja.
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Murtis and how they are used in puja
I can describe how murti may be used in puja.
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Key learning points
- Many Hindus see Brahman through different deities.
- Many Hindus use murtis or images of deities to focus their worship.
- Murtis show different qualities of the deity they represent.
- Puja is personal to each individual.
Keywords
Deity - a god or goddess
Murti - a physical representation of a deity, usually a statue
Quality - a special characteristic of someone or something
Puja - rituals of worship performed by Hindus
Common misconception
Hindus worship images and murtis.
Hindus use murtis and images to focus their worship or to align with the energy of a murti.
You could visit a local mandir to see what murtis they have there.
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Starter quiz
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6 Questions
Q1.
Brahman is known as ...
the Supreme Teacher
the Eternal Guide
Q2.
What sound is considered important and sacred in Hindu Dharma?
hum
lum
Q3.
What is the purpose of lighting a diva lamp during puja?
to brighten the room
to heat up the mandir
Q4.
What kinds of items are typically offered during puja?
money, clothes and aftershave
musical instruments, perfume and chimes
Q5.
Where does puja take place?
home or mosque
home or gurdwara
Q6.
In Hindu cosmology, Brahma is the creator, Vishnu is the preserver and Shiva is ...
the healer
the protector
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6 Questions
Q1.
A murti is understood as an aspect of ...
Jesus
Shiva
Q2.
What does the word puja mean?
celebrating a holiday
eating food
Q3.
Why might a Hindu choose a specific murti for puja?
because it is easier to worship multiple deities at once
to make puja shorter
Q4.
What do Hindus worship?
images
no visuals
Q5.
Match each deity to what they are commonly prayed to for by Hindu people.
success and wisdom in studies
wealth and prosperity
removing obstacles in new ventures
Q6.
Match each deity to the qualities of Brahman they represent.
honesty and loyalty
strength and courage
love and devotion