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This sacred text was written by Gurus to answer questions like why are we born and what happens when we die. It made connections between heavenly forces and peoples lives. Responses Brahmanism Brahmanism - no response given dharma dharma - no response given Upanishads Upanishads - no response given Karma
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The text you are referencing seems to be discussing various concepts from Indian philosophical and religious traditions, particularly in the context of Hinduism. Here's a brief explanation of the terms you've mentioned:
1. **Brahmanism**: An ancient religious tradition that predated and contributed to the development of Hinduism. It is characterized by a belief in Brahman, the ultimate reality or cosmic spirit, and emphasizes ritual, the authority of the Vedas, and a social order governed by caste (varna) and duty (dharma).
2. **Dharma**: A central concept in Indian philosophy, dharma refers to the moral law combined with spiritual discipline that guides one's life. It encompasses duties, rights, laws, conduct, and virtues, and varies according to one's class, status, and stage of life.
3. **Upanishads**: A collection of ancient philosophical texts that form the concluding part of the Vedas, Upanishads explore profound questions about the nature of reality, the self (Atman), and the ultimate principle (Brahman). They address existential questions and emphasize the importance of meditation and knowledge in understanding the universe and one's place within it.
4. **Karma**: A fundamental concept in Hinduism and Buddhism that refers to the law of cause and effect, where an individual's actions (good or bad) influence their future, including their future lives. It encompasses the belief that every action has consequences that can affect one’s current life as well as future reincarnations.
These concepts together provide a framework through which followers can understand the cycle of life, death, and rebirth, and the importance of living a life in accordance with dharma to achieve spiritual progress and ultimately liberation (moksha).
1. **Brahmanism**: An ancient religious tradition that predated and contributed to the development of Hinduism. It is characterized by a belief in Brahman, the ultimate reality or cosmic spirit, and emphasizes ritual, the authority of the Vedas, and a social order governed by caste (varna) and duty (dharma).
2. **Dharma**: A central concept in Indian philosophy, dharma refers to the moral law combined with spiritual discipline that guides one's life. It encompasses duties, rights, laws, conduct, and virtues, and varies according to one's class, status, and stage of life.
3. **Upanishads**: A collection of ancient philosophical texts that form the concluding part of the Vedas, Upanishads explore profound questions about the nature of reality, the self (Atman), and the ultimate principle (Brahman). They address existential questions and emphasize the importance of meditation and knowledge in understanding the universe and one's place within it.
4. **Karma**: A fundamental concept in Hinduism and Buddhism that refers to the law of cause and effect, where an individual's actions (good or bad) influence their future, including their future lives. It encompasses the belief that every action has consequences that can affect one’s current life as well as future reincarnations.
These concepts together provide a framework through which followers can understand the cycle of life, death, and rebirth, and the importance of living a life in accordance with dharma to achieve spiritual progress and ultimately liberation (moksha).