Ancient India

Monsoon

Seasonal winds that bring periods of heavy rain and dry weather.

Sanskrit

An ancient language of India used in many religious texts.

Vedas

Ancient sacred writings that are important in Hinduism.

Guru

A spiritual teacher or guide, especially in Indian religions.

Hinduism

A major religion from India with beliefs including karma, dharma, and reincarnation.

Brahman

In Hinduism, the ultimate spiritual reality that connects all existence.

Karma

The belief that a person's actions have consequences that can affect future lives.

Dharma

A person's moral and religious duties, or the right way to live.

Buddhism

A religion founded on the teachings of the Buddha about ending suffering.

Nirvana

In Buddhism, freedom from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.

Jainism

An Indian religion that teaches nonviolence and respect for all living things.

Reincarnation

The belief that a person is reborn into another life after death.