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How do Hindu families worship at home...

How do Hindus celebrate Holi in the community?
*Dancing
*Singing
*Throwing powder paint
Throwing coloured water
Pictures of Holika are burnt on the fire.

and in the community on a weekly basis?

What religious story is Holi based upon?
The legend of Holika and Prahlad.

How are Hindu’s lives shaped by their religion?
Hindus strive to achieve dharma, which is a code of living that emphasizes good conduct and morality. Hindus revere all living creatures and consider the cow a sacred animal. Food is an important part of life for Hindus. Most don't eat beef or pork, and many are vegetarians ?

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Prayer and Worship

VOCABULARY
worship - to honour a divine being
Mandir -A Hindu temple
Holi –Hindu festival . Festival of colours.
Aum –the most important Hindu symbol
Hindu-people who follow the faith Hinduism
Shrine-a place of worship with a sacred person or object
Arti– incense waved before a sacred image.
festival –a special event on a special day / period.
Puja-a Hindu worship ritual
Mantra-a sacred sound
Murti-a sacred image/
Statue
Dharma-duty