Module 10 Video Review

I chose the two videos because I personally don’t know much about Buddhism or Hinduism so I thought the videos may have something new to teach me.

Key points on Buddhism:

• Buddhism began in India and was started by Siddhartha Guatama.
• Siddhartha Guatama was a prince, who was devistated when he first learned about poverty, sickness, and death. He sought to find out what happened after death, and to find peace and contentment in his lifetime.
• Bodh Gaya is religious location for Buddhism.
• It is believed that in buddhism, after you die, you are reincarnated. One may live many lives before they find true peace and move on to Nirvana.
• Buddhism split into two groups. Monks, and those who chose not to be monks.
• Sanchi is a Center of Buddhist art and architecture.
• Much, if not all, of ancient Buddhist architecture is carved from stone.
• Images of Buddhist stories were carved into the stone so even the illiterate could seek enlightenment.
• It is believed that because the quality of the carvings is so detailed, that they were done by wood and ivory carvers.

Key points on Hinduism:

• Varanasi is the oldest inhabited city in the world, and also the holiest city in Hinduism.
• Hinduism, similar to Buddhism, also believes in reincarnation.
• There are social statuses known as Castes, of higher and lower levels in society.
• Castes may determine who you mary, what jobs you are allowed to do, and how you may live your life.
• There are a multitude of gods, goddesses, and in between that are worshiped in Hinduism.
• Hindu art Focusses little on temples and more on decoration.
• Hinduism focuses on depicting the many gods and goddesses.

The videos helped me better understand the text. I personally did not know much about Hinduism or Buddhism before. It was interesting to see how the different aspects of a religion can play into the art made through the inspiration of that religion. I found the videos well done and informative.