religion hinduism

the eternal essence of reality and the source of the universe, beyond the reach of human perception and thought

the eternal self, which is associated with Brahman

the doctrine that reality is ultimately made up of only one essence

cosmic illusion brought about by divine creative power

sacred scripture- "that which is heard"
sacred revelations to their authors
(vedas, upanishads, branmanas)

sacred scripture- "that which is remembered"
derive from revelation but composed by humans
(mahabharata, ramayana)

caste system low to high

stages of life low to high

dharma

karma

wheel of reincarnation

moksha

creator god

perserver god

destroyer god

wealth goddess

romantic goddess

arts goddess

avatar god & different gods

teacher

sacred river