Bell Ringer! For each of the five belief systems, write down TWO things they believe.

I do not want moral codes or holy books…I want what those things say!

Bell Ringer!Judaism Islam Christianity

Bell Ringer!Buddhism Hinduism

Agenda1. Bell Ringer (nice job!)2. Notes – India3. Practice

Meanwhile, in India…MAURYA AND GUPTA EMPIRES

Let’s think back for a second…• Cities• Mohenjo-daro, Harappa

• Government• Had it, evidenced by urban planning

• Language/Writing System• Had it, but we cannot read it

• Religion• Polytheistic

• Social Hierarchy • Ruling class, soldiers, peasants

• Technology • Sewer systems

• Job Specialization • Rulers, priests, soldiers, peasants, farmers, craftsmen

Different Civilizations India existed as a region of city states These different civilizations did not always work together or get along

The Maurya Empire Chandragupta was the first Mauryan emperor He unified the city states

Well Organized Bureaucracy – System of managing government through departments run by appointed officials

Maurya under Asoka Chandragupta’s grandson Asoka took the throne Asoka became Buddhist He sent Buddhist missionaries to spread Buddhism

Across India, West Asia, Southeast Asia, Greece

However, he was tolerant of other beliefs His rule brought peace and prosperity, and the empire declined after his death

Pillars of Asoka Set up across the Mauryan Empire Announced laws, promised a good government, and encouraged a Buddhist way of life Talked about right behavior,

kindness, respect for animals, etc.

Accomplishments of Maurya United India for the first time Peace and prosperity Trade flourished Pataliputra (the capital) Large, rich city that had schools, a library, and encouraged advanced learning

Spread Buddhism via missionary activity

Fall of the Maurya After Asoka died, rulers after him were weak They were unable to control the vast empire The provinces began to rule themselves independently

Gupta Empire The next family to reunite India

The Gupta Golden Age Golden Age: A time of wealth and learning Math: concept of zero and decimal system Medicine: vaccination for smallpox Stupas: large dome-shaped shrines for Buddhist worship

Gupta Government Pataliputra still the capital Strong central government Local Government a village headman and council made decisions for the village

Hinduism and Gupta Society Used caste system to control all aspects of village life Joint families: parents, children, grandparents, uncles, cousins, EVERYONE is sharing a home Patriarchal: oldest male runs the household Arranged Marriages: parents pick your husband/wife and you could only marry within the caste

Fall of the Gupta Similar story to the Maurya Empire Weak rulers Foreign invasions

Homework! Page 29 in your Orange Packet!