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Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Hinduism: Hinduism A Brief Introduction Visit www.worldofteaching.com For 100’s of free powerpointsScriptures: Scriptures Hundreds of scriptures oldest scriptures: the four Vedas all scriptures divided into two broad categories: shruti and smriti Most popular scripture: Bhagavad GitaWhat “ism” is Hinduism?: What “ism” is Hinduism? Everything from Atheism to Polytheism Different interpretations of the same scriptures led to differences in belief Sanatana Dharma Eternal PhilosophyConcept of God: Concept of God Nirguna Brahman - God without attributes Saguna Brahman - God with attributes Saguna Brahman can be worshipped in any shape or form, human or otherwiseHindu Trinity: Hindu Trinity Brahma - the Creator Vishnu - the Preserver Shiva - the Destroyer Three aspects/powers of the same divine beingBasic Beliefs: Basic Beliefs Karma - the law of cause and effect; “you reap what you sow” Reincarnation - eternal soul traverses through different bodies till it finds liberationSymbolism in Hinduism: Symbolism in HinduismHoly Cow!: Holy Cow! Hindus have always had great respect for Mother Nature and its creatures Cow is especially significant because it symbolizes gentlenessFour Goals of Human Life: Four Goals of Human Life Kama – fulfillment of desires Artha – accumulation of wealth Dharma – performance of social and religious duties Moksha – freedom from wantFour Paths to Moksha: Four Paths to Moksha Karma Yoga - Path of righteous action Bhakti Yoga - Path of selfless devotion Jnana Yoga - Path of rational inquiry Raja Yoga - Path of renunciationTemple Worship: Temple Worship Temples provide an atmosphere conducive for spiritual progress Centers of social and cultural activities Provide a place for collective worship and prayersSix Philosophical Schools: Six Philosophical Schools Sankhya - Sage Kapila Yoga - Sage Patanjali Mimamsa - SageJaimini Vedanta – Sage Vyasa Nyaya - Sage Gautama Vaisheshika - Sage Kanada History of Hinduism : History of Hinduism Originated between 4000 and 2000 BC No single founder Vedas: the oldest scriptures of Hinduism Veda means “to know” Rig, Yajur, Sama and Atharva Veda Upanishads explain the philosophical ideas in story and dialogue formVeda Vyasa: Veda Vyasa 1500 BC classified the Vedas into the four traditional collections composed the 18 Puranas composed his great poetic work, the Mahabharata in a period of two and a half years Sankara: Sankara Advaitha philosophy 7th century AD traveled all over India having public debates with other philosophers true happiness can be attained by removing avidya(ignorance) and maya (self deception)Ramanuja: Ramanuja 10th Century AD Vishistadvaitha wanted everybody irrespective of social standing to enjoy the eternal bliss of Lord Narayana Bhakti - complete surrender to the Lord Madhva: Madhva Dwaitha philosophy 12th Century AD the world is not an illusion. solitary study of the scriptures, performing one's duty without self-interest, practical acts of devotion Vivekananda: Vivekananda First Hindu leader to visit America Famous address at the World Parliament of Religions in Chicago on September 11,1893 Spent three years preaching the Vedanta philosophy in America and England Founded the Ramakrishna MissionContemporary Hindu Leaders in America: Contemporary Hindu Leaders in America David Frawley Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami Mahesh Yogi Satchidananda Mata AmritanandamayiFestivals: Festivals Hinduism is a celebratory religion The motive: Festivals keep us close to Gods, invigorate our household and renew our personal life. Festivals signify victory of good over evil. Every month of Hindu calendar has atleast one significant festival. Each festival has regional significance also. Celebration of diversity. Slide21: Yugaadi/Ugaadi: The first day of the year according to the National Calendar of India. The day falls in the beginning of spring - Vasanta Ritu – When the Goddess of Nature gets bedecked as a divine bride. April/May Slide22: Birthday of Lord Rama, the prince of Ayodhya, and his coronation as a king. Sri Ramanavami Mahavir Jayanti Birthday of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism Buddha Jayanti Birthday of Buddha, the founder of BuddhismMay/June: May/June Lord Muruga Worshipped mostly in South India Guru: One’s teacher. The day commemorates the birthday of Veda Vyasa. Time to remember and felicitate one’s teachers. Guru PurnimaSlide24: July/August Raksha Bandhan Symbolizes the love between brother and sister. Krishnashtami Birthday of Lord Krishna, favorite lovable God of many :)Slide25: August/September Ganesh Chaturthi Birthday of the elephant God, Ganesha Durga Pooja/Navaratri A nine day celebration signifying the victory of Mother Durga over the evil demon King Mahishasura.October/November: October/November Deepavali: The festival of lights Mother Lakshmi Mother Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity is worshipped on this day. Beginning of the Hindu financial year.December/January: December/January Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh, one of the Sikh Gurus Sankranti/Pongal Celebration of the harvest festivalFebruary/March: February/March Mahashivaratri Birthday of Lord Shiva Holi Holi, the festival of colors commemorating the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Holika You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
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Edit Comment Close Premium member Presentation Transcript Hinduism: Hinduism A Brief Introduction Visit www.worldofteaching.com For 100’s of free powerpointsScriptures: Scriptures Hundreds of scriptures oldest scriptures: the four Vedas all scriptures divided into two broad categories: shruti and smriti Most popular scripture: Bhagavad GitaWhat “ism” is Hinduism?: What “ism” is Hinduism? Everything from Atheism to Polytheism Different interpretations of the same scriptures led to differences in belief Sanatana Dharma Eternal PhilosophyConcept of God: Concept of God Nirguna Brahman - God without attributes Saguna Brahman - God with attributes Saguna Brahman can be worshipped in any shape or form, human or otherwiseHindu Trinity: Hindu Trinity Brahma - the Creator Vishnu - the Preserver Shiva - the Destroyer Three aspects/powers of the same divine beingBasic Beliefs: Basic Beliefs Karma - the law of cause and effect; “you reap what you sow” Reincarnation - eternal soul traverses through different bodies till it finds liberationSymbolism in Hinduism: Symbolism in HinduismHoly Cow!: Holy Cow! Hindus have always had great respect for Mother Nature and its creatures Cow is especially significant because it symbolizes gentlenessFour Goals of Human Life: Four Goals of Human Life Kama – fulfillment of desires Artha – accumulation of wealth Dharma – performance of social and religious duties Moksha – freedom from wantFour Paths to Moksha: Four Paths to Moksha Karma Yoga - Path of righteous action Bhakti Yoga - Path of selfless devotion Jnana Yoga - Path of rational inquiry Raja Yoga - Path of renunciationTemple Worship: Temple Worship Temples provide an atmosphere conducive for spiritual progress Centers of social and cultural activities Provide a place for collective worship and prayersSix Philosophical Schools: Six Philosophical Schools Sankhya - Sage Kapila Yoga - Sage Patanjali Mimamsa - SageJaimini Vedanta – Sage Vyasa Nyaya - Sage Gautama Vaisheshika - Sage Kanada History of Hinduism : History of Hinduism Originated between 4000 and 2000 BC No single founder Vedas: the oldest scriptures of Hinduism Veda means “to know” Rig, Yajur, Sama and Atharva Veda Upanishads explain the philosophical ideas in story and dialogue formVeda Vyasa: Veda Vyasa 1500 BC classified the Vedas into the four traditional collections composed the 18 Puranas composed his great poetic work, the Mahabharata in a period of two and a half years Sankara: Sankara Advaitha philosophy 7th century AD traveled all over India having public debates with other philosophers true happiness can be attained by removing avidya(ignorance) and maya (self deception)Ramanuja: Ramanuja 10th Century AD Vishistadvaitha wanted everybody irrespective of social standing to enjoy the eternal bliss of Lord Narayana Bhakti - complete surrender to the Lord Madhva: Madhva Dwaitha philosophy 12th Century AD the world is not an illusion. solitary study of the scriptures, performing one's duty without self-interest, practical acts of devotion Vivekananda: Vivekananda First Hindu leader to visit America Famous address at the World Parliament of Religions in Chicago on September 11,1893 Spent three years preaching the Vedanta philosophy in America and England Founded the Ramakrishna MissionContemporary Hindu Leaders in America: Contemporary Hindu Leaders in America David Frawley Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami Mahesh Yogi Satchidananda Mata AmritanandamayiFestivals: Festivals Hinduism is a celebratory religion The motive: Festivals keep us close to Gods, invigorate our household and renew our personal life. Festivals signify victory of good over evil. Every month of Hindu calendar has atleast one significant festival. Each festival has regional significance also. Celebration of diversity. Slide21: Yugaadi/Ugaadi: The first day of the year according to the National Calendar of India. The day falls in the beginning of spring - Vasanta Ritu – When the Goddess of Nature gets bedecked as a divine bride. April/May Slide22: Birthday of Lord Rama, the prince of Ayodhya, and his coronation as a king. Sri Ramanavami Mahavir Jayanti Birthday of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism Buddha Jayanti Birthday of Buddha, the founder of BuddhismMay/June: May/June Lord Muruga Worshipped mostly in South India Guru: One’s teacher. The day commemorates the birthday of Veda Vyasa. Time to remember and felicitate one’s teachers. Guru PurnimaSlide24: July/August Raksha Bandhan Symbolizes the love between brother and sister. Krishnashtami Birthday of Lord Krishna, favorite lovable God of many :)Slide25: August/September Ganesh Chaturthi Birthday of the elephant God, Ganesha Durga Pooja/Navaratri A nine day celebration signifying the victory of Mother Durga over the evil demon King Mahishasura.October/November: October/November Deepavali: The festival of lights Mother Lakshmi Mother Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity is worshipped on this day. Beginning of the Hindu financial year.December/January: December/January Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh, one of the Sikh Gurus Sankranti/Pongal Celebration of the harvest festivalFebruary/March: February/March Mahashivaratri Birthday of Lord Shiva Holi Holi, the festival of colors commemorating the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Holika