Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 HRE Strand 1 (Manifestations of Paramatma) Notes. The MS Word version (editable) is also available upon your request.

  It covers the following topics:

  • Sub-Strand 1.1: Trimurti & Dash Avatars
    • The Trimurti: Explores the three cosmic functions of Paramatma: Brahma (Creator/Srishti-Karta), Vishnu (Preserver/Sthiti-Karta), and Mahesh (Transformer/Samhara-Karta); details their symbolism and relevance to human life cycles.
    • The Dashavatars (Ten Incarnations): Describes the evolutionary and spiritual significance of Vishnu's avatars:
      • Matsya (Fish): Saved knowledge (Vedas) during the deluge.
      • Kurma (Tortoise): Provided stability for churning the ocean.
      • Varaha (Boar): Rescued the Earth from filth/mud.
      • Narsimha (Man-Lion): Destroyed arrogance and protected faith (Prahlad).
      • Vaman (Dwarf): Conquered the ego through humility.
      • Parshuram (Warrior): Checked corrupt power and tyranny.
      • Ram (Ideal Man): Demonstrated perfect adherence to Truth and Duty.
      • Krishna (Divine Statesman): Taught Karma Yoga and the Bhagavad Gita.
      • Buddha (Enlightened One): Preached non-violence and compassion over ritualism.
      • Kalki (Future Avatar): Prophesied to destroy ignorance and restore truth.
  • Sub-Strand 1.2: Jain Tirthankars
    • Understanding the Tirthankar: Defines a Tirthankar as a "Ford-Maker" who builds a bridge to liberation; clarify they are perfected souls, not incarnations.
    • Selected Tirthankars:
      • Rishabhdev (1st): The father of civilization who taught the "Six Arts" (e.g., Agriculture, Writing, Defense).
      • Mallinath (19th): Challenged gender norms, proving souls have no gender.
      • Neminath (22nd): Symbolizes compassion for animals (renounced marriage to save animals).
      • Parshavnath (23rd): Established the fourfold restraints (Chaturyama Dharma).
      • Bhagwan Mahavir (24th): Added Celibacy (Brahmacharya) and taught Anekantavada (Intellectual Non-Violence).
  • Sub-Strand 1.3: Buddhist Views
    • Paramatma as Dhamma: Explains the Buddhist focus on Universal Law (Dhamma) rather than a Creator God; defines Nibbana as the ultimate goal.
    • Buddhas of Time: Discusses Past Buddhas (e.g., Dipankara), the Present Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama), and the Future Buddha (Maitreya).
    • The Nine Qualities of a Buddha: Lists attributes such as Arahant (Worthy One), Sugato (Well-Gone), Lokavidu (Knower of Worlds), and Sattha Deva-Manussanam (Teacher of Gods and Humans).
  • Sub-Strand 1.4: Guru's Grace - Sikh Faith
    • Concept of Guru: Emphasizes the necessity of the Guru to dispel darkness and the role of Grace (Nadar) in realizing God.
    • The Ten Gurus: Chronicles the specific contributions of the Sikh Gurus, including:
      • Guru Nanak Dev Ji: Founder who established the "Three Pillars" (Work, Share, Pray).
      • Guru Angad Dev Ji: Formalized the Gurmukhi script.
      • Guru Amar Das Ji: Institutionalized Langar to promote equality.
      • Guru Arjan Dev Ji: Compiled the Adi Granth and built the Golden Temple.
      • Guru Gobind Singh Ji: Created the Khalsa Panth and installed the scripture as the Eternal Guru.
    • Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji: Describes the scripture as the Living Guru and the only interfaith holy book containing writings from Hindu and Muslim saints.
• File Size:

  303.56 KB
• Length:

  26 pages
• Category:

  Lesson Notes
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  HRE
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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