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The Development of Religion

The Vedic (Hindu) Religion in India, Hebrew Monotheism, and Persian Zoroastrianism. The Development of Religion. Originated over several centuries and from several cultures in India Collection of beliefs from the Vedas (1500-600 B.C.E) compiled by the Brahmins (priests)

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The Development of Religion

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  1. The Vedic (Hindu) Religion in India, Hebrew Monotheism, and Persian Zoroastrianism The Development of Religion

  2. Originated over several centuries and from several cultures in India Collection of beliefs from the Vedas (1500-600 B.C.E)compiled by the Brahmins (priests) Dissatifaction with Brahmin practices led to the Upanishads (800-400 B.C.E) Gave rise to the caste system Challenged and reformed by the rise of Buddhism Origins of Hinduism

  3. Hindu Beliefs • Brahman- World Soul • Atman- human soul a part of Brahman • Ultimate goal • Union with Brahman by achieving moksha (liberation) through samsana(reincarnation) • Caste System • Social mobility determined by karma • Buddhism causes reform • Focus on action and detached performance of caste duties • Bhakti(worship) movement • Adoration of gods • Identification with a particular deity

  4. Vishnu and Shiva • Protector and preserver • Destructor

  5. Zoroastrianism • Persian Empire • Zarathustra (7-6th c B.C.E.) • Beliefs • Monotheistic (Ahura Mazda) • Heaven and Hell • Judgement Day • Good (God) and Evil (Satan), Savior (Messiah) • Assimilated into other monotheistic faiths

  6. Hebrews in the Middle East • 1000 BCE, split into two kingdoms • North=Israel • South=Judah • Despite conquests by Assyria and Babylonian empires, retained culture and traditions

  7. Judaism • Yahweh- God • Powerful and jealous • Demands loyalty • People could communicate with him • Actively involved in human affairs • In return for devotion to Yahweh, became his “chosen people” • Basis for Christianity and Islam

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