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What were some of the developments of the Harappans, or people of the Indus Valley? |
*Bronze and copper technology * multistoried buildings made with fired bricks * 40 foot wide street * drainage system * Written language |
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Describe how the religion of Hinduism began: |
The Aryan religion which recognized many gods and goddesses blended with the beliefs of the Harappans. (Spirits of nature) |
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List the three main Hindu gods and explain what three primary processes in the universe they represent: |
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* Brahma - destruction * a thick subsurface layer ofVishnu - Reservation * Shiva - Destruction |
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When and by whom was the religion of Buddhism founded? |
500B.C northern India by Sidharta Gautama (enlighten one) / Buddha |
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What types of architecture was built after the death of siddharta Guatama's death that were influenced by Buddhism? |
Temples; monasteries (viharas); burial shrines (stupas) |
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What types of architecture was built after the death of siddharta Guatama's death that were influenced by Buddhism? |
Temples; monasteries (viharas); burial shrines (stupas) |
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Why did the carvings and sculptures at the stupa at sanche not show the figure Buddha? |
This reflects a belief that the "teacher" had attained Nirvana/symbols his life/reminds of his teachings of meditation |
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What types of architecture was built after the death of siddharta Guatama's death that were influenced by Buddhism? |
Temples; monasteries (viharas); burial shrines (stupas) |
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Why did the carvings and sculptures at the stupa at sanche not show the figure Buddha? |
This reflects a belief that the "teacher" had attained Nirvana/symbols his life/reminds of his teachings of meditation |
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What were some characteristics of Buddhist sculptures and carvings in the Gupta era that became models for future sculpture? |
They depicted the life of Buddha. They also symbolized the circle of life, maturity, and death associated with reincarnation |
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How did the Hindu temples differ in purpose from the Buddhist architecture? |
It's purpose was to serve as a residence for gods, and wasn't intended for a large number of worshippers |
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Describe the symbolism associated with the bronze sculpture of Shiva as Lord of the dance? |
The destruction of the universe, which is reborn. |
