A sacred text of Hinduism. Introduction Circa 3000 BCE, cousins went to war over who would inherit a kingdom. Because the dispute was within a large, ancient family, the opposing armies comprised relatives, teachers, leaders, and friends. Arjuna was a master archer and renowned warrior—he was the...
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Emerged: Indigenous faith of India. Adherents: 900 million. Ranking: Fourth, behind Christianity, Islam, and Atheism/Agnosticism. Prophets: None, although there are numerous lineages of revered gurus and saints. Famous Hindu religious leaders include Mohandas Gandhi and Paramahansa Yogananda,...
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Some good websites on Hinduism include HinduwebsiteSanatan Society, The Heart of Hinduism, and Religion Facts. A basic book for reading is The Complete Idiot's Guide to Hinduism, 2nd edition, by Linda Johnsen (NY: Penguin, 2009). This series also publishes guides on Buddhism, Early Christianity,...
Each workshop focuses on one or more religions except Workshop 1, an introduction to the program, and Workshop 22, a conclusion. All workshops follow the same structure. An opening and a closing bracket each workshop meeting in ritual, establishing continuity and helping to define the religious...
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Each activity includes a list of all materials needed for that activity. Have a poster of the Unitarian Universalist Association Principles and Sources for reference throughout the program. Create the Religions Time Line before the first workshop....
The religious community is essential, for alone our vision is too narrow to see all that must be seen. Together, our vision widens and strength is renewed. — Mark Morrison-Reed, UU minister and author IN TODAY'S WORKSHOP......
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We welcome your critique of this program, as well as your suggestions. Thank you for your feedback! Your input improves programs for all of our congregations....
Before beginning the program, meet with the religious educator to learn of any special needs of participants and to coordinate this program with the goals and resources of the RE program. Learning about the faith identities of the youth's families is recommended....
A religious awakening which does not awaken the sleeper to love has roused him in vain. — Jessamyn West, novelist, in The Quaker Reader, 1962 IN TODAY'S WORKSHOP... we talked about the Society of Friends or Quakers. We heard the story of Lucretia Mott, discussed gender equality and inequality,...
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To live and let live, without clamour for distinction or recognition; to wait upon divine love; to write truth first on the tablet of one's own heart—this is the sanity and perfection of living. — Mary Baker Eddy IN TODAY'S WORKSHOP... we heard about the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of...
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This resource provides a brief description of each of the five parts of a story. Use the cheat sheet to help translate the five parts into your own words, and explain them to participants in the way that is most helpful. 1. History and Details The History and Details of a story are what helps the...
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They have no right to exercise power over us except insofar as we may have granted it to them.... We are all priests, as many of us as are Christians. — Martin Luther DURING TODAY'S WORKSHOP... We continued our exploration of Christianity by acting out the birth of Protestantism with Martin...
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For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. — John 3:16 (KJV) DURING TODAY'S WORKSHOP... we started our exploration of Christianity by talking about Jesus: his life and words. We acted out parables...
Taking It Home
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October 29, 2014
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