Across
- 1. obedience to the moral law of the universe
- 3. ancient language of the Aryans that became the first written language of India
- 5. an ancient South Asian religion that emphasizes nonviolence and respect for all living things
- 8. South _____ is separated from the rest of Asia in the north by rugged mountain systems.
- 9. the _________ in the central and South Asia are much different from those in the north.
- 10. the practice of focusing one's thoughts to gain a higher level of spiritual awareness
- 12. approximate
- 14. to live in a particular place
- 17. Lack of rain can result in a long dry period called a __________.
- 18. the cycle of rebirth of a soul
- 20. the ______ Valley people used oven-baked bricks to build their homes.
Down
- 2. seasonal wind, especially in southern Asia and seas to the west
- 3. a landmass that is a distinct part of a continent
- 4. an indian prince
- 6. About 5,000 years ago, ______ settles on the shores of the Indus River.
- 7. ancient sacred writing of South Asia
- 11. native
- 13. The _____ lived in tribes.
- 15. The ______ were the priests who performed religious ceremonies.
- 16. in Buddhism, a state of perfect happiness and peace
- 19. practicing nonviolence toward all living things
