Krishna: reverence and gratitude for the earth
I can explain why Hindus show reverence and gratitude towards the earth.
Krishna: reverence and gratitude for the earth
I can explain why Hindus show reverence and gratitude towards the earth.
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Key learning points
- Concern for the earth and climate is at the heart of Hindu Dharma.
- Krishna is a central deity for many Hindus.
- The story of Krishna and the Govardhan mountain shows Krishna protecting the earth and the villagers from Indra.
- Krishna shows the villagers that the earth provides everything they need.
Keywords
Krishna - Hindu deity of compassion and love
Deity - a god or goddess
Reverence - a feeling of deep respect, often mixed with love or awe, for someone or something of great importance
Gratitude - a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation for a benefit, act of kindness, or a positive experience
Common misconception
Dharma is just about religious duties.
Dharma is about all human life. Dharma is about making choices motivated by love and compassion.
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4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their meanings.
a god or goddess
a wise and spiritual teacher
the practice of compassion and kindness