What is the story of Shiva and the Ganges?

In this lesson, we are going to be learning about the story of Shiva and the goddess Ganga and we will learn about why Shiva is important to Hindus.

What is the story of Shiva and the Ganges?

In this lesson, we are going to be learning about the story of Shiva and the goddess Ganga and we will learn about why Shiva is important to Hindus.

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. The story of Shiva and the Ganges
  2. How although there are many names and forms of God, Shiva is a special and powerful form of God to worship

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6 Questions

Q1.
Brahman means...
for every action, there is a reaction or a consequence
Correct answer: one ‘Supreme Spirit’ in many forms
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
the power that supports the universe
Q2.
What was Brahma's role?
assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.
responsible for keeping all good things on Earth and bringing harmony when needed.
Correct answer: the source of all creation.
Q3.
What was Vishnu's role?
assists in the creation of new things – some things have to end for others to begin.
Correct answer: responsible for keeping all good things on Earth and bringing harmony when needed.
the source of all creation.
Q4.
What was Saraswati's role?
a warrior goddess who symbolises the 'hidden strength' of women, and divine opposition to evil.
Correct answer: inspires music, drama, science and poetry. Many pray to her for help in these areas.
known to be caring for others and both patient and wise.
many Hindus pray to her for a happy family life and financial security.
Q5.
What was Lakshmi's role?
a warrior goddess who symbolises the 'hidden strength' of women, and divine opposition to evil.
inspires music, drama, science and poetry. Many pray to her for help in these areas.
known to be caring for others and both patient and wise.
Correct answer: many Hindus pray to her for a happy family life and financial security.
Q6.
What was Durga's role?
Correct answer: a warrior goddess who symbolises the 'hidden strength' of women, and divine opposition to evil.
inspires music, drama, science and poetry. Many pray to her for help in these areas.
known to be caring for others and both patient and wise.
many Hindus pray to her for a happy family life and financial security.

6 Questions

Q1.
Which goddess is the Ganges story about?
Correct answer: Goddess Ganga
Goddess Ganges
Goddess Shiva
Q2.
How many sons did King Sagara have with his wife, Sumati
6,000 sons
Correct answer: 60,000 sons
600,000 sons
Q3.
What is the symbolic purpose of Shiva's third eye?
Representing the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
Correct answer: Representing wisdom
Signifying power over dangerous creatures
Three lines drawn horizontally across the forehead in white ash. They represent Shiva's power and wealth
Q4.
What is the symbolic purpose of Shiva's cobra necklace?
Representing the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
Representing wisdom
Correct answer: Signifying power over dangerous creatures
Three lines drawn horizontally across the forehead in white ash. They represent Shiva's power and wealth
Q5.
What is the symbolic purpose of Shiva's trident?
Correct answer: Representing the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
Representing wisdom
Signifying power over dangerous creatures
Three lines drawn horizontally across the forehead in white ash. They represent Shiva's power and wealth
Q6.
What is the symbolic purpose of the vibhuti?
Representing the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
Representing wisdom
Signifying power over dangerous creatures
Correct answer: Three lines drawn horizontally across the forehead in white ash. They represent Shiva's power and wealth

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UnitReligious education / Hinduism

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