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Vocab quiz on chapter 4
Chpt. 4
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History
9th Grade
10/26/2010

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Atman
Definition
Every person has an essential self.
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Reincarnation
Definition
Rebirth.
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Karma
Definition
The action of a persons life that affects their fate in the next life.
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Dharma
Definition
The religious and moral duties of an individual.
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Ahimsa
Definition
Non-violence.
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Nirvana
Definition
Union with the universe and the release from the cycle of rebirth.
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Stupa
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Large shrines that house the remains of holy people.
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Joint Family
Definition
Extended family...parents, grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, all live together.
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Patriarchal
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Fathers run the house hold.
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Filial piety
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Ancestors worship- respect for your parents.
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Siddhartha Gautama
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Buddah- created the 4 noble truths and the 8 fold path.
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The Analects
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The collection saying of confucius.
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