Hinduism and Peace (HSC SSCE Studies of Religion): Flashcards
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Moksha (or Mukti)
Moksha (or Mukti)
Liberation from desire; release from cycle of rebirth
Ahimsa
Ahimsa
Non-violence (first of Ten Commitments)
Satyagraha
Satyagraha
Holding on to truth; non-violent resistance (Gandhi)
Samsara
Samsara
The cycle of rebirth or reincarnation
Loka-sangraha
Loka-sangraha
State dedicated to welfare of all sentient beings
Four Aims of life in Hinduism
Four Aims of life in Hinduism
Dharma (duty), Artha (wealth), Kama (enjoyment), Moksha
Six Great Enemies of Peace
Six Great Enemies of Peace
Kama, Krodha, Moha, Mada, Lobha, Matsarya
Atman
Atman
The Hindu self; similar to concept of individual soul
Causes of conflict (Bhagavad Gita 3:37)
Causes of conflict (Bhagavad Gita 3:37)
Desire and anger
Kalki (tenth avatar of Vishnu)
Kalki (tenth avatar of Vishnu)
Will appear at end of Kali Yuga to bring peace & prosperity