Hindus
This book focuses on some of the things that are important to more than 800,000 Hindus in Britain today. Many Hindus use the term ‘Sanatan Dharma’ (‘eternal way’), to describe something of the all-encompassing nature of living a Hindu way of life. Hinduism is probably the oldest world religion, with its roots in the Indus Valley civilisation.
We open with ‘Ready Steady RE’, offering starter ideas on a variety of subjects, ranging from Hindu beliefs about a supreme being to festivals and charity and much more.
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- Ready Steady RE
- How do Hindus believe the world works?
- How does the dharma at each stage of life help Hindus to be good?
- How, why and where do Hindu people worship?
- Learning about Hindu people: a progression grid
- The Aum: what are the meanings of this symbol in the Hindu religion?
- What are the meanings of the story of Rama and Sita?
External links
- ExternalRE:Online
- ExternalCharity - Sewa UK
- ExternalCharity - Bhaktivedanta Manor
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Man in the Well StoryReflecting on Hindu teachings about detachment and self-awareness through the metaphor of "Man in the Well."
External links
- ExternalMore information on the story of King Yudhishtira
- ExternalFurther lessons for older pupils on Dharma in Opening Up RE Hinduism - Learning from Hindu values
- ExternalLearning from Hindu values: an extended version
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How do Hindus believe the world works PowerPointPowerPoint on Hindu beliefs about the world ís structure and balance. - Internal
Cards: Order around the worldCards for exploring cultural practices and beliefs around the world. - Internal
Cards: Identifying dutiesCards for recognising responsibilities within religious communities.
External Links
eResources
- InternalMore about Ashramas and the Five Daily Duties PowerPointAshramas & Five Daily Duties PowerPoint resource for RE teachers. An engaging way to explore key Hindu concepts and life stages.
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Purposes or goals of life – PurusharthasHindu Life Goals in RE resource. A structured tool for understanding the four Purusharthas and their role in Hindu ethics. - InternalAshrama-dharma-sheet.pdf
- Internal Man in the Well StoryReflecting on Hindu teachings about detachment and self-awareness through the metaphor of "Man in the Well."
External links
- ExternalBBC Bitesize clips from Pathways of belief
- ExternalMy Life, My Religion
- ExternalWhat is Hinduism?
- ExternalTruetube Charlie and Blue film on Hindu worship
eResources
- Internal
Jigsaw 4 pieceA 4-piece jigsaw template for collaborative learning and creative activities in educational settings. - InternalJigsaw-6-piece-blank.pdfideal for group work
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- InternalHindu Home Shrine IllustrationHindu Home Shrine Illustration
- InternalHindu Business Shrine IllustrationHindu Business Shrine Illustration
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Unit 4: How why where do Hindu people worshipExplore Hindu worship practices, including temples, rituals, and festivals, to understand their significance in Hindu spiritual life. - Internal
Labels and captionsA set of labels and captions to support learning about Christmas symbols, aiding vocabulary and understanding.
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Learning about Hindu people – A progression gridA scaffolded grid designed to support progressive learning about Hindu culture, beliefs, and practices.
External links
- ExternalRE Today digi-book series for 4-7 children called ‘Share a story with…’ features a Hindu story in an animated talking book. There are stories from 6 religions in this package for £45.00
- ExternalThe Wonder Project - short video of a Hindu creation story
- ExternalRE-Definitions app
eResources
- Internal
Aum symbol outlineExplore the Aum symbol in Hinduism, highlighting its meanings, uses, and significance in spiritual practices.
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- Internal
Question sheet to support the Aum activity – for older pupilsHinduism & Aum Symbol in RE resource. A structured tool for exploring the spiritual significance of Aum in Hindu practice. - Internal Question sheet to support the Aum activity – for older pupilsHinduism & Aum Symbol in RE resource. A structured tool for exploring the spiritual significance of Aum in Hindu practice.
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A Feelings graph templateFeelings graph template for students, promoting emotional reflection in religious education.
Select a topic to explore resources
Ready Steady REHow do Hindus believe the world works?How does the dharma at each stage of life help Hindus to be good?How, why and where do Hindu people worship?Learning about Hindu people: a progression gridThe Aum: what are the meanings of this symbol in the Hindu religion?What are the meanings of the story of Rama and Sita?
External links
- ExternalRE:Online
- ExternalCharity - Sewa UK
- ExternalCharity - Bhaktivedanta Manor
Member Only Content
- Internal Man in the Well StoryReflecting on Hindu teachings about detachment and self-awareness through the metaphor of "Man in the Well."
External links
- ExternalMore information on the story of King Yudhishtira
- ExternalFurther lessons for older pupils on Dharma in Opening Up RE Hinduism - Learning from Hindu values
- ExternalLearning from Hindu values: an extended version
Member Only Content
- Internal How do Hindus believe the world works PowerPointPowerPoint on Hindu beliefs about the world ís structure and balance.
- Internal Cards: Order around the worldCards for exploring cultural practices and beliefs around the world.
- Internal Cards: Identifying dutiesCards for recognising responsibilities within religious communities.
External Links
eResources
- InternalMore about Ashramas and the Five Daily Duties PowerPointAshramas & Five Daily Duties PowerPoint resource for RE teachers. An engaging way to explore key Hindu concepts and life stages.
Member Only Content
- Internal Purposes or goals of life – PurusharthasHindu Life Goals in RE resource. A structured tool for understanding the four Purusharthas and their role in Hindu ethics.
- Internal
- Internal Man in the Well StoryReflecting on Hindu teachings about detachment and self-awareness through the metaphor of "Man in the Well."
External links
- ExternalBBC Bitesize clips from Pathways of belief
- ExternalMy Life, My Religion
- ExternalWhat is Hinduism?
- ExternalTruetube Charlie and Blue film on Hindu worship
eResources
- Internal Jigsaw 4 pieceA 4-piece jigsaw template for collaborative learning and creative activities in educational settings.
- InternalJigsaw-6-piece-blank.pdfideal for group work
Member Only Content
- InternalHindu Home Shrine IllustrationHindu Home Shrine Illustration
- InternalHindu Business Shrine IllustrationHindu Business Shrine Illustration
- Internal Unit 4: How why where do Hindu people worshipExplore Hindu worship practices, including temples, rituals, and festivals, to understand their significance in Hindu spiritual life.
- Internal Labels and captionsA set of labels and captions to support learning about Christmas symbols, aiding vocabulary and understanding.
Member Only Content
- Internal Learning about Hindu people – A progression gridA scaffolded grid designed to support progressive learning about Hindu culture, beliefs, and practices.
External links
- ExternalRE Today digi-book series for 4-7 children called ‘Share a story with…’ features a Hindu story in an animated talking book. There are stories from 6 religions in this package for £45.00
- ExternalThe Wonder Project - short video of a Hindu creation story
- ExternalRE-Definitions app
eResources
- Internal Aum symbol outlineExplore the Aum symbol in Hinduism, highlighting its meanings, uses, and significance in spiritual practices.
Member Only Content
- Internal Question sheet to support the Aum activity – for older pupilsHinduism & Aum Symbol in RE resource. A structured tool for exploring the spiritual significance of Aum in Hindu practice.
- Internal Question sheet to support the Aum activity – for older pupilsHinduism & Aum Symbol in RE resource. A structured tool for exploring the spiritual significance of Aum in Hindu practice.
External links
Member Only Content
- Internal A Feelings graph templateFeelings graph template for students, promoting emotional reflection in religious education.
