RELS 161 Lecture : Hinduism and Sexuality

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The soul, personal self: goal is to recognize that atman is brahman. Want to escape the cycle of death and rebirth. 1500 bc: area is invaded by europeans, nomadic people, cultures merged. Brought recognition that body was symbol of the macro. Focuses on relationship between student and teacher. I am all, all is i atman is brahman, brahman is atman . No distinction between the self, soul, and universe. Illusion: goal is to break away from illusion. Goal is to step away from the material world: focus on the inner world, body is transcendant. Marharbarta: baghavita (prince) was asked to kill, the god krishna gave advice, he had to commit duty, had to accomplish for his dharma. Ramayana: incarnation of vishnu, rama (prince) exiled from kingdom, stolen love from demon, warriors defeat demon, wife cheated, fire purification to demonstrate she never cheated. Dharma of a good woman (loyal) to man at all costs.

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