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• It is the third
largest religion in
the world
• It gave birth to
Buddhism, Jainism,
Sikhism (Heehs 12)
What makes Hinduism unique?
There is no founder of Hinduism
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Basic Beliefs: Dharma
Dharma: ethical duty based on the divine
order of reality.
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Brahma – The Creator
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Siva – The Destroyer
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Varnas
Varnas are castes
They are said to be based on your Karma
Brahmanas = priests
Ksatriyas = warriors
Vaisyas = tradesmen
Sudras = laborers