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 aim Two aims Three aims Four aims

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Q2.Atman means...

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

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Q3.Karma means...

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

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Q4.Link the Purushartha with its definition.

Dharma

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

Kama

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

Artha

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

Moksha

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma) the power that supports the universe livelihood (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!

Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

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

One aim Two aims Three aims Four aims

1/4

Q2.Atman means...

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

2/4

Q3.Karma means...

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

3/4

Q4.Link the Purushartha with its definition.

Dharma

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

Kama

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

Artha

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

Moksha

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

4/4

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Who is Brahman to Hindus?

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Question 1

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Question 4

Q1.Brahman means...

one ‘Supreme Spirit’ in many forms for every action, there is a reaction or a consequence the power that supports the universe spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

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Q2.Link the god to their role.

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.

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.

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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Q3.Link the goddessess to their role.

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.

Lakshmi

Parvati

Durga

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Who is Brahman to Hindus?

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Question 1

Question 2

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Question 4

Q1.Brahman means...

one ‘Supreme Spirit’ in many forms for every action, there is a reaction or a consequence the power that supports the universe spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

1/3

Q2.Link the god to their role.

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.

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.

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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