Year 7 - Religious education
Dharma and pluralism
Dharma: how is this interpreted and put into action?
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will investigate how the concept of dharma is interpeted by Hindus, Sikhs and Buddhists. They will examine the concept of the Hindu worldview as Sanatana Dharma and how this links to rta. From that they will explore Buddha and Sikh dharma noting differences.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain the meaning of dharma and the different way it is interpreted by Hindus, Buddhists and Sikhs.
Key Notes
- Hindu, Buddhist and Sikh worldviews are often referred to collectively as 'dharmic' religions.
- Dharma is interpreted differently between the three religions.
- Hinduism may be referred to as the 'Hindu Dharma' or 'Sanatana Dharma' to move away from a colonial view.
- Pluralism is a way of understanding the views of the divine.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Hindu dharma: the true essence of all living things
- Buddhist dhamma: the teachings of the Buddha
- Sikh dharma: living with a good moral code and honouring God
- pluralism: the view that there are many ways to experience the divine
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Dharma means the same thing across the dharmic religions.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Hindu, Buddhist and Sikh worldviews are often referred to collectively as 'dharmic' religions. Dharma is interpreted differently between the three religions.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'Hindu dharma'
the true essence of all living things.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Dharma means the same thing across the dharmic religions. Correction: The interpretation of dharma differs amongst Hindus, Buddhists and Sikhs.
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