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Understanding Hinduism: Hindu Scriptures

For Students 9th - 10th
A lengthy introduction to the scriptures of Hinduism. Details the history and importance of the Vedas, the Upanishads, the Mahabharata, and the Ramayana. Also covers the Code of Manu.
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British Library

British Library: Expressions of Faith: Hindu Manuscripts

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of seven Hindu books from various time periods. There is a written commentary plus great illustrations. The author of the commentary is Ravi Shankar, the famous Sitar musician.
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BBC

Bbc Religion and Ethics Homepage: Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
The British Broadcasting Corporation provides an incredibly detailed description and outline of Hinduism. Content includes a look at the religion's history, as well as its beliefs, customs, holy days, and forms of worship.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia provides very detailed information on Hinduism, the oldest of the major world religions.
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Khan Academy: Principal Deities of Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
There are many Hindu deities, some with great and others with limited powers. Most Hindus focus their devotion primarily on one of these, whom they regard as supreme. The greatest deities have complex natures and are shown in art in a...
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Khan Academy: Roots of Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions. It has complex roots, and involves a vast array of practices and a host of deities. Its plethora of forms and beliefs reflects the tremendous diversity of India, where most of its one...
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Khan Academy: Beliefs of Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a quick description of the most common Hindu beliefs and view a picture of a sandstone statue of Harihara.
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Smithsonian Institution

Freer | Sackler Galleries: Puja: Expressions of Hindu Devotion

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Smithsonian offers an expansion on an exhibition on the Hindu act of Puja. The accompanying teachers' guide allows educators to expand on Hindu art and draw it into their curriculum.
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Teaching About Religion: Hindu Worldview

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief survey/examination of the major Hindu beliefs and tenets. It is divided into categories such as "Nature & Deity", "Conception of Time" and more.
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Friesian School

Friesian.com: Caste System Stages of Life in Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive article from friesian.com covers the Caste System and also discusses the stages of life in Hinduism. Includes a graphic organizer.
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Khan Academy: Principal Texts of Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
While there is no one text or creed that forms the basis of all Hindu beliefs, several texts are considered fundamental to all branches of Hinduism. Learn about the Vedas, Mahabharata, and Ramayana in this article.
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Khan Academy: Hinduism and the Practice of Faith

For Students 9th - 10th
Religion pervades many aspects of Hindu life and assumes many forms. Read about Hindu practices in this short essay and view a piece of artwork depicting a woman worshipping at an outdoor shrine.
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Khan Academy: Hindu Deity Vishnu

For Students 9th - 10th
This stone stele depicts the Hindu god Vishnu, attended by two consorts, Lakshmi (lower left) and Sarasvati (lower right ). Vishnu is the god of Preservation, the great maintainer who often appears in various incarnations (avatara) to...
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Khan Academy: Hindu Deity Shiva as Destroyer of the Three Cities of the Demons

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an image of the Hindu god Shiva. The image appears in a complex narrative scene. Shiva is standing in the pose of an archer, having just released a single arrow that is destroying three cities occupied by demons. He is surrounded...
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Understanding Hinduism: Gita

For Students 9th - 10th
A large page detailing Hindu teachings from the Gita. Includes an introduction to and information about the theme of Gita, as well as providing some readings from the Gita.
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Khan Academy: Hindu Deity Shiva in the Fierce Form of Bhairava

For Students 9th - 10th
Individual Hindu gods manifest themselves in many forms, in some cases including the ferocious and terrifying. Among his many guises, Shiva is an ascetic and mendicant who renounces conventional earthly existence to pursue extreme...
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Khan Academy: Principal Deities of Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
There are many Hindu deities, some with great and others with limited powers. Most Hindus focus their devotion primarily on one of these, whom they regard as supreme. These deities are shown in a variety of art forms. This short article...
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Khan Academy: Roots of Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
Hinduism is more than a religion. It is a culture, a way of life, and a code of behavior. This short article discusses the origins of Hinduism.
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The British Museum: Early Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive website gives students an online glossary, a game, an introduction to Hindu gods and goddesses, and a story of Narayana the creator.
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Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Hinduism Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Ten multiple choice question quiz is immediately scored and provides review of Hinduism.
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Khan Academy: The Hindu Deity Vishnu in the Form of the Man Lion Narasimha

For Students 9th - 10th
A certain evil demon could not be killed by man or beast, indoors or out, during the day or night. To defeat the demon, Vishnu took the form of a half man-half lion, hid in the pillar of a doorway, and attacked at dusk. Vishnu was...
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Khan Academy: Hindu Deity Durga Victorious Over the Buffalo Demon

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an image of the goddess Durga. She is shown in a triumphant pose as the slayer of the buffalo demon, Mahisha. Durga is a manifestation of the Goddess, who can also appear as the consort Parvati or as a destructive figure Kali....
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Kauai's Hindu Monastery: Hinduism

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive guide to Hinduism around the world (from a Hindu point of view).
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Hinduism Today: Hindu Resources Online

For Students 9th - 10th
Gives a good introduction to the religion and ideas of Hinduism. Also provides links to other Hindu web resources.

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