PPT: Devotional Paths to the Divine | Social Studies (SST) Class 7 PDF Download

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devotional paths
to the divine
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devotional paths
to the divine
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devotional paths
to the divine
The Idea of a Supreme God
Before the rise of large kingdoms, diverse groups worshipped various gods.
 With the growth of towns, trade, and empires, new ideas emerged. 
The concept of cycles of birth and rebirth based on deeds gained
acceptance, as did the notion of inherent social inequality. 
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devotional paths
to the divine
The Idea of a Supreme God
Before the rise of large kingdoms, diverse groups worshipped various gods.
 With the growth of towns, trade, and empires, new ideas emerged. 
The concept of cycles of birth and rebirth based on deeds gained
acceptance, as did the notion of inherent social inequality. 
The Idea of a Supreme God
Some turned to Buddha's or Jain teachings for overcoming social
differences, while others sought deliverance through devotion to a
Supreme God, as promoted in the Bhagavadgita, growing in popularity
during the early Common Era.
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devotional paths
to the divine
The Idea of a Supreme God
Before the rise of large kingdoms, diverse groups worshipped various gods.
 With the growth of towns, trade, and empires, new ideas emerged. 
The concept of cycles of birth and rebirth based on deeds gained
acceptance, as did the notion of inherent social inequality. 
The Idea of a Supreme God
Some turned to Buddha's or Jain teachings for overcoming social
differences, while others sought deliverance through devotion to a
Supreme God, as promoted in the Bhagavadgita, growing in popularity
during the early Common Era.
The Idea of a Supreme God
Shiva, Vishnu, and Durga became supreme
deities through elaborate rituals.
Local gods and goddesses in different areas
were identified with Shiva, Vishnu, or Durga.
Local myths merged with Puranic stories,
influencing worship methods.