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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Q1.How many Purusharthas, or aims, are there in Hinduism?

One aimTwo aimsThree aimsFour aims

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Q2.Atman means...

the power that supports the universethe soul; the spiritual beingspiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

2/7

Q3.Karma means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universefor every action, there is a reaction or a consequencelivelihood (the job you do to survive)

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Q4.Dharma means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universelivelihood (the job you do to survive)our experience of enjoyment

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Q5.Kama means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universelivelihood (the job you do to survive)our experience of enjoyment

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Q6.Artha means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universelivelihood (the job you do to survive)our experience of enjoyment

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Q7.Moksha means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universelivelihood (the job you do to survive)our experience of enjoyment

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.How many Purusharthas, or aims, are there in Hinduism?

One aimTwo aimsThree aimsFour aims

1/7

Q2.Atman means...

the power that supports the universethe soul; the spiritual beingspiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

2/7

Q3.Karma means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universefor every action, there is a reaction or a consequencelivelihood (the job you do to survive)

3/7

Q4.Dharma means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universelivelihood (the job you do to survive)our experience of enjoyment

4/7

Q5.Kama means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universelivelihood (the job you do to survive)our experience of enjoyment

5/7

Q6.Artha means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universelivelihood (the job you do to survive)our experience of enjoyment

6/7

Q7.Moksha means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universelivelihood (the job you do to survive)our experience of enjoyment

7/7

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Who is Brahman to Hindus?

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Q1.Brahman means...

one ‘Supreme Spirit’ in many formsfor every action, there is a reaction or a consequencethe power that supports the universespiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

1/8

Q2.What is the role of Brahma?

responsible for keeping all good things on Earth and bringing harmony when needed.the source of all creation.assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.

2/8

Q3.What is the role of Vishnu?

responsible for keeping all good things on Earth and bringing harmony when needed.the source of all creation.assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.

3/8

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.assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.

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Q5.What is the role of Saraswati?

a warrior goddess who symbolises the 'hidden strength' of women, and divine opposition to evil.many Hindus pray to her for a happy family life and financial security.known to be caring for others and both patient and wise.inspires music, drama, science and poetry. Many pray to her for help in these areas.

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Q6.What is the role of Lakshmi?

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Q7.What is the role of Parvati?

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Q8.What is the role of Durga?

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Who is Brahman to Hindus?

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Q1.Brahman means...

one ‘Supreme Spirit’ in many formsfor every action, there is a reaction or a consequencethe power that supports the universespiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

1/8

Q2.What is the role of Brahma?

responsible for keeping all good things on Earth and bringing harmony when needed.the source of all creation.assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.

2/8

Q3.What is the role of Vishnu?

responsible for keeping all good things on Earth and bringing harmony when needed.the source of all creation.assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.

3/8

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.assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.

4/8

Q5.What is the role of Saraswati?

5/8

Q6.What is the role of Lakshmi?

6/8

Q7.What is the role of Parvati?

7/8

Q8.What is the role of Durga?

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