Ancient India/China Unit

_____________ are drawings that represent a work or even a complete idea.

A military commander exercising civil power by force, usually in a limited area.

A system of philosophical and ethical teachings founded by Confucius and developed by Mencius.

The law of ___________ determines how a person will be reincarnated.

Belief that life is full of suffering caused by desire and that the way to end this suffering is through enlightenment

Great confusion, disorder.

A barrier made of walls across China's northern frontier.

Confucianism places importance on the devotion of children to their parents, know as _________.

Art of beautiful handwriting.

A religion in China which emphasizes the removal from society and to become one with nature.

Hindus believe in a supreme god called __________.

The rebirth of a soul in a new body.

For many years the ______, or Holy Scriptures, of the Aryans were passed down by word of mouth.

A religion and philosophy developed in Ancient India, a belief in reincarnation and a supreme being.

The religious and moral duties of an individual.

A Hindu social class system that controlled every aspect of daily life.

Connected China, India, and the Middle East. Traded goods and helped to spread culture.

To think about deeply and quietly, reflect upon; to plan, intend.

Lowest class of people in the caste system of Hinduism, do all the dirty work of society.

The practice of inserting fine needle through skin at specific points to cure disease or relieve pain