Point 1 - Hinduism

Question 1

What is hinduism?

Answer 1

Hinduism is a diverse and ancient religion originating in India, characterized by belief in dharma (moral order), karma (action and consequences), reincarnation, and the worships of a variety of deities, with ultimate goals of liberations (moksha) and unity with the divine

Question 2

Hindu ethical framework?

Answer 2

• actions are informed by the principle of dharma encouraging sustainable and mindful living
• focus on individual responsibility (karma) and collective well-being

Question 3

What teaching do they live by:

Answer 3

Bhagavad Gita teaches:
- sanatan dharma: eternal duty = relationship with creator/divine source = spiritual life
- swadharma = earthly duty, = teaches to live with laws of nature and not live beyond what you require.
- samadershna - equal vision - recognise - everything has spiritual origin. Just because humans look different doesn’t make them superior.
-ahimsa - non-violence - relates to action towards other people but also nature/animals/environment/ourselves.

Question 4

Hindu belief on climate change and the world?

Answer 4

• we are taking more than we need
• we have to look within ourselves, you have to change to hearts of the people first or they will just pollute the environment again
• activism should always have love, compassion and developing inner qualities
• dharma calls for everyone to be involved, it is everyone duty and responsibility

Question 5

Hindu perspective on the environment? (2)

Answer 5

• the Hindu response to environmental damage, pollution and climate change is deeply rooted in its ethical beliefs, emphasizing respect for nature and the interconnectedness of all life
• Hinduism teaches that the universe is a sacred entity, and every living being is part of a larger whole, known as Brahman