Dharma: Yudhishthira and the dog
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain why Hindus act with compassion towards all living things.
Key learning points
- Many Hindu stories help Hindus to answer big philosophical questions.
- Dharma is the true essence of any living thing.
- Many Hindus see dharma as to act with compassion for all living things.
- The story of Yudhishthira and the dog shows the dharmic choice is to act with love for all beings.
Keywords
Dharma - the practice of compassion and kindness
Essence - the most important quality of a thing
Compassion - caring about others and wanting to help
Common misconception
Hindus think that dharma is about caring only for people.
Dharma is about compassion for all living things, not just people.
Teacher tip
Encourage children to discuss why they think it's important to look after all living beings.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What sound do Hindus say was at the start of the universe?
Q2.How do many Hindus describe the Earth?
Q3.Why are Hindus and the Save the Soil organisation working to protect soil?
Q4.A is a wise and respected Hindu teacher.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Dharma means acting with kindness for living things.
Q2.What does compassion mean?
Q3.The story of Yudhishthira shows that is the true way to act with dharma.
Q4.In what way does Yudhishthira show love, kindness and compassion?
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