caste system a caste is something you’re born into and cannot change. this system decided who you...
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Caste SystemA caste is something you’re born
into and cannot change. This system decided who you would marry, hang out with, and and
what type of job you could have.
CASTE SYSTEM: How would you define this? Write your definition in your notes.
The caste system in India was similar to that of Egypt in that it was a pyramid. Draw a pyramid in your notes. It will have four levels, or castes, that are not
equal. It will also have an additional caste NOT attached to
the pyramid.
Read!Blue Book; page 199. Begin with the heading, “Society in Ancient India.”
Read through the end of page 201.
As you read, take notes about each caste system on the pyramid that you just drew. Identify the name of each caste and who (or what types of jobs) was included in each caste.
Think about the information you’ve just read and noted, then answer the following question. Why would having such a caste system be beneficial to a civilization? Why would it not be beneficial?
Caste AssignmentLet’s compare India’s caste system to modern-day jobs/positions.
Find two modern-day jobs that fit into each caste.
You can use the following to find/learn about different jobs:
The BG Daily News Classifieds
Monster.com
the ILP career cruising tools
Use what you’ve learned about the caste system and APPLY it to our culture!
You will have the rest of this class period to complete this individually.
Caste Think-Pair-Share
1. Think about the criteria you used to choose jobs for each caste.
2. Discuss your findings with your partner. Were your criteria similar or different?
3. Share your findings with the class.
1500-400 B.C Aryans Arrived in northern India
Extended family lived together and the oldest male was in charge.
Only sons could inherit property.
Young wealthy boys had a guru (teacher) until they went to school
Could not marry until until you completed 12 years of schooling. 90% of marriages arranged-still this way today.
Divorce was not allowed, but if your wife could not have children, you could have 2 wives.
Anticipation Guide
For each image, write a short description on what you think it means to Hinduism. Why is this object or symbol significant? What does this artifact or God represent?
Brahma
Brahma is the creator of the Universe and the god of wisdom. He is one of the three most important Hindu gods.
Brahma is shown as a man with red skin wearing white robes and riding on a goose or a swan. He has four arms in which he carries the Vedas, and a combination of the following things: a sceptre, a spoon, a string of beads, a bow and a water jug.
Shiva
Shiva is the god who destroys the world when it is in a state of chaos and ungodliness. He is also the lord of the beasts. Shiva is associated with meditation.
Shiva wears a snake coiled round his neck and hair. He holds a trident in his hand and sits on a deer skin in a yogic position. Shiva rides on a bull called Nandi.
Vishnu
Vishnu was a minor deity in early times. Later on, he became one of the main Hindu gods. He appears as a man with four arms riding on a mythical bird or resting on a serpent. In his four hands, Vishnu holds a conch shell, a discus, a lotus and a mace.
From time to time, Vishnu descends to earth in a human, animal or creature form to restore the balance of good and evil in the world. It is thought that he has descended nine times already. Some of his more well-known incarnations are the hero Krishna, the hero Rama, a tortoise and a fish.
IndraIndra is the king of the gods and the god of thunder. He appears as a man with golden skin.
In early times, Indra is shown riding in a chariot pulled by two horses. He carries a thunderbolt in his right hand. In later times, Indra is shown riding on a white elephant named Airavarta.
Indra loves soma, the intoxicating drink which gives him his strength.
Indra defends gods and men against the demon Vritra and drought. As the storm god and fertility god, he is responsible for bringing rain to the plains.
Indra is in charge of regulating the heavens, days, months and seasons.
Agni
Agni is the god of fire. He is shown as a man with red skin, three flaming heads, seven tongues, seven arms and three legs. Agni wears a garland of fruit.
Agni is the messenger of the gods and always tells the truth.
Agni was an important god in early times. Later on, his brother Indra became more important.
Cattle was a prized possession.
Sanskrit - written form of their language
Cremation (burning) was a popular form of burial. When a wealthy man died, the wife was supposed to throw herself into the burning flame with her beloved, and if she did not she would be shamed (ignored) for the rest of her life.
1st civilization with indoor plumbing.
What are the origins and beliefs of Hinduism?
Aryans - group of nomadic people that first migrated into India
Who founded Hinduism?
No single person
developed slowly, over a long period of time, growing out of centuries of older traditions
some comes from Aryans, some comes from local traditions, etc.
What is the relationship between the Vedic religion, Brahmanism, and
Hinduism?Make this chart in your notes.
Complete it.
Then, answer the question above.
Use Section 15.2, “The Origins of Hinduism,” on page 160.
Vedic Religion
Brahmanism
Hinduism
Vedic Religion
Brahmanism
Hinduism
oldest roots of Hinduism
named for the Brahman class
honored a number of deities (nature and social order)
grew out of traditions brought to India by Aryans
more complex rituals
named for the Vedas = collection of sacred texts
Brahmans interpreted the Vedas and performed required rituals
modern-day religionvery complex
many beliefs, forms of worship, and deities exist - vary by region
Vedas remain sacred
What is the relationship between the Vedic religion, Brahmanism, and Hinduism?
Indian MandalasMandalas are circular diagrams used in Hinduism (and Buddhism) to increase spiritual awareness.
Usually consist of a combination of lines and triangles within a circle and a square
Designs range from simple to very complex
Colorful, creative, and visually interesting
Design your own mandala! You have LOTS of freedom on this!
In some way, the circle (and perhaps the square) need to be divided into four sections. Those are the only requirements!
One side of your mandala needs to be colorful - no markers (you do not want it to bleed through). The other side will be for notes.