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Brahmanism

Description: Brahmanism is the historical form of Hinduism that developed on the Indian subcontinent between 3000 and 1500 BCE. It is based on the Vedas, a collection of sacred texts that were composed in Sanskrit. Brahmanism is characterized by its belief in a single, universal, and eternal being called Brahman, which is the source of all existence.
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What is the central belief of Brahmanism?

The existence of a single, universal, and eternal being called Brahman.
The existence of multiple gods and goddesses.
The importance of following a strict moral code.
The importance of reincarnation.

What are the Vedas?

A collection of sacred texts that were composed in Sanskrit.
A collection of hymns and prayers that were composed in Sanskrit.
A collection of stories and legends that were composed in Sanskrit.
A collection of philosophical texts that were composed in Sanskrit.

What is the role of Brahman in Brahmanism?

Brahman is the source of all existence.
Brahman is the creator of the universe.
Brahman is the preserver of the universe.
Brahman is the destroyer of the universe.

What is the goal of Brahmanism?

To achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
To achieve dharma, or righteousness.
To achieve artha, or wealth.
To achieve kama, or pleasure.

What are the four main castes in Brahmanism?

Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras.
Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Sudras.
Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Untouchables.
Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Harijans.

What is the role of the Brahmins in Brahmanism?

They are the priests and scholars.
They are the warriors and rulers.
They are the merchants and traders.
They are the laborers and servants.

What is the role of the Kshatriyas in Brahmanism?

They are the priests and scholars.
They are the warriors and rulers.
They are the merchants and traders.
They are the laborers and servants.

What is the role of the Vaishyas in Brahmanism?

They are the priests and scholars.
They are the warriors and rulers.
They are the merchants and traders.
They are the laborers and servants.

What is the role of the Shudras in Brahmanism?

They are the priests and scholars.
They are the warriors and rulers.
They are the merchants and traders.
They are the laborers and servants.

What is the concept of dharma in Brahmanism?

It is the universal moral law.
It is the duty of each individual.
It is the path to moksha.
It is the goal of human life.

What is the concept of karma in Brahmanism?

It is the law of cause and effect.
It is the sum of a person's actions in this life and previous lives.
It is the determining factor of a person's reincarnation.
It is the ultimate goal of human life.

What is the concept of moksha in Brahmanism?

It is the liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
It is the union with Brahman.
It is the ultimate goal of human life.
It is the state of perfect happiness.

What are the four stages of life in Brahmanism?

Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanaprastha, and Sannyasa.
Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanaprastha, and Moksha.
Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanaprastha, and Dharma.
Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanaprastha, and Karma.

What is the role of the guru in Brahmanism?

They are the spiritual teachers.
They are the guides to moksha.
They are the interpreters of the Vedas.
They are the leaders of the community.

What is the role of the temple in Brahmanism?

They are the places of worship.
They are the centers of community life.
They are the places of learning.
They are the places of pilgrimage.

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