RE: HinduismWednesday 22nd April 2020

What do we already know about Hinduism?

Term outline- What we are doing this half termThis half term in RE we are looking at a World Religion, Hinduism. You may have already learnt about Hinduism which will help you as we explore the religion even more.Week one- What do we already know about Hinduism?Week two- What can we learn about Hindu values?Week three- What is Karma and how does it affect the life of a Hindu?Week four- Is a Mandir just a place to pray?Week five- Why is a Pilgrimage important to many Hindus?Week six- What does it mean to be a Hindi?

Wednesday

On a new page write today’s date and LOWednesday 22nd April 2020LO: Understand the importance of family to Hinduism

Key VocabularyHindu, God, Truth, Eternal, Reincarnation, Dharma, Moksha, Aum

Hinduism is a religion that has fused many different traditions and practices. There is no one way to be a Hindu.

Main Beliefs

However, there are some core beliefs that all Hindus share.

Do you know what they might be? You don’t need to write the answer but brainstorm what the

core beliefs might be.

Truth is eternal Dharma

Reincarnation Moksha

Before moving to the next slide, have a guess as to what these words might mean. Write a sentence in your book. It might start like this:I think the Hindu belief ‘Truth is eternal’ is about…..

Main Beliefs - Truth Is EternalHindus believe that they should pursue knowledge and

understanding of the truth.

Truth is the only reality.

There is one truth, but the wise can express this in many ways.

Thinking Question:Why do you think ‘Truth is Eternal’ is a main belief in Hinduism?

Main Beliefs – MokshaHindus believe that the ultimate goal for all Hindus is Moksha.

Moksha means liberation of the soul from the cycle of death and rebirth.

It occurs when the soul reunites with the god Brahma.

There are several ways this can happen by following the:• Path of Duty;• Path of Knowledge;• Path of Devotion to God.

Why do you think ‘Moksha’ is a main belief in Hinduism?

Main Beliefs – DharmaHindus believe that there are right and wrong ways to behave.

Dharma is a complex idea that includes the right behaviour, following the moral law (and not just what you feel like doing) and taking ones duties seriously.

Dharma is a central part of a Hindu’s daily life.

According to this belief, it is necessary to do the right thing at all times.

Thinking Question:Why do you think ‘Dharma’ is a main belief in Hinduism?

Main Beliefs – ReincarnationHindus believe that all living things have a soul (athma).

They believe that the soul cannot be destroyed.

Instead they believe in reincarnation, which means the soul exists in the body. When a living thing dies, it enters new living thing.

Karma – good and bad actions committed during one’s life – affects which living thing the soul will be reborn into. For example, it is possible for a human soul to

be reborn as a cat!

Thinking Question:Why do you think ‘Reincarnation’ is a main belief in Hinduism?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/clips/zt7tfg8

Watch these two BBC bitesize clips about Hinduism.

Think about these questions while you are watching. You might need to play it again.What is the temple called where Hindus worship?Hinduism originated near which Indian river?Which god do Hindus believe is the creator of the world and all creatures?Who are the two main characters in the Ramayana?Brahman takes many forms. Which of these are not part of the Trimurti?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zh86n39/articles/zmpp92p

Hindu’s believe that God is everywhere even if you cannot see him.What is something you can’t see, but you know it’s there?Brainstorm (Remember that means to think of as many ideas as you can). Draw a mind map like the one below. In theSmall circles write down the ideas you think of. An example might be a germ.

Eg. A germ

Something you can’t see, but you know

it’s there

What might this symbol mean and where might it be shown in a Hindu home? What does it represent? Have a think to yourself. Share your thoughts with someone at home.

AumThis is the most important symbol in Hinduism.

It represents Brahman and the universe.

It is pronounced ‘Ohm’.

Family LifeHaving a family, marrying and becoming a parent is seen by some Hindus as a duty. Many Hindus believe sharing wisdom with grandchildren and guiding them through rites of passage is extremely important.

Everyone is expected to show respect for elders, which many Hindus put into practice by caring for and housing older relatives.

In some Hindi families each person has a particular role and responsibility. Some house holds are intergenerational. That means that Grandparents may live in the same house. Respect for family members is based on age. The older a person is, the wiser they are.

Your family

Why is your family important?You might say things like, they look after you when you’re sick, they help you when you need it. Your family might not just be Mum and Dad. You might include grandparents, Aunts and Uncles.

Your task. Write a small reflection on why your family is important toyou. Does it have any similarities or differences to a Hindu family?

I’ve written a model of what it might look like on the next slide.

Why my family is important to me

I’ve always known my family is important to me. When I was younger and wasn’t feeling well, my Mum would look after me,Making sure I drank lots of water and got some rest. My Dad is important to me because he taught me how to ride a bike. Without them I wouldn’t feel healthy and I wouldn’t know how to do lots of things. Now that I am older I know just how important family is to me. I live very far away from them at the moment, but it’s always nice to know they are just a phone call away. They give me advice and help me when I need it. My family is important to me because they care.Our family has some similarities with Hindi families. We don’t live in one house, but we show respect to our elders and seek their help and advice when we need it.

Activity.On a plain page. Draw around your hand. Create an artwork within the hand. You might like to include the Aumsymbol, drawings of your family or something else that is very important to you.

Until our next RE lesson have a think about the things that are important to you, what do

you value?