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

Krishna: reverence and gratitude for the earth

Religious education

Hindu stories of creation

All are one: the Earth as mother

Dharma: Yudhishthira and the dog

Dharma as love for all beings

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 and Sikhs 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?

Krishna is often shown with {{}} skin, symbolising calmness and connection to the universe.

Mathura is a very {{}} and sacred place where Krishna was born.

Villagers planned a festival to thank Indra (the storm deity).

Krishna was surprised the villagers wanted to celebrate Indra.

Indra felt upset the villagers listened to Krishna.

Krishna forgave Indra and reminded him to be kind.

Put the parts of the story of Krishna and the Govardhan mountain in the correct order.

false – it includes all of life and caring actions

True or false? Dharma (a way of living) is just about religious duties in Hindu Dharma.

it is part of the divine and should be respected and cared for

it is something to be used freely for human needs

Hindu stories often help to answer {{}} questions about life.

Starter Quiz