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Caste system in India

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India?s People & Economy Chapter 29.2 Religious Life Majority practice Hinduism (an ancient, polytheistic religion that teaches the unity of all life) Hindus believe that every living thing has a spirit Creator= Brahma Hindus treat animals with respect because they are believed to have a soul Cows are Sacred Ganges river considered holy Believed to purify souls of those who bathe/drink it Banks of Ganges often lined with Hindus Healing powers Final goal= unity with Brahma (a state of bliss w/ out change or pain) To achieve this, soul passes through reincarnation Believe soul does not die, but passes through lives until it becomes pure BRAHMANS KSHATRIYAS VAISYAS SUDRAS UNTOUCHABLESThe Caste System Hindu society organized by caste system
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