the first sound in creation linking humanity and the divine

aum sound

Hindu stories of creation

Religious education

All are one: the Earth as mother

Dharma: Yudhishthira and the dog

Dharma as love for all beings

Krishna: reverence and gratitude for the earth

Dharma: taking action for the wellbeing of the world

In this unit pupils will deepen their understanding of the concept of dharma by how Hindus see the world. Through stories and case studies they will learn how dharma describes the world as one family and how this interconnection between humans and nature has inspired activism.

Natural world: what does dharma teach about attitudes to the planet?

loving someone completely, without any conditions or expectations

we care about others, treat them with kindness, and feel a strong desire to help others in need

acting with love and compassion to all living things

a feeling of deep respect, often mixed with love or awe, for someone or something of great importance

a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation for a benefit, act of kindness, or a positive experience

a deity that represents God for many Hindus

acting with love and compassion for all beings

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