Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 10 HRE Strand 3 (Principles of Dharma) Notes. The MS Word version (editable) is also available upon your request.

  It covers the following topics:

  • Sub-Strand 3.1: Core Beliefs
    • Sanatan Dharma: The Path of Self-Regulation: Details the Yamas (Social Ethics: Ahimsa, Satya, Asteya, Brahmacharya, Aparigraha) and Niyamas (Personal Ethics: Saucha, Santosh, Tapas, Swadhyay, Ishwar Pranidhan); covers concepts like Punarjanam (Reincarnation) and Prarthana (Prayer).
    • Jainism: The Path of Extreme Purification: Intensifies the vows of Ahimsa (absolute non-violence), Satya, Asteya, Brahmacharya, and Aparigraha; explains Anekantavada (Intellectual Non-Violence) and Tapas (Austerities).
    • Buddhism: The Ten Perfections (Paramis): Lists the mental qualities needed for Enlightenment: Sila (Morality), Nekhamma (Renunciation), Panna (Wisdom), Viriya (Energy), Khanti (Patience), Sacca (Truthfulness), Adhittana (Determination), Metta (Loving-Kindness), Upekkha (Equanimity), and Dana (Generosity).
    • Sikhism: The Three Pillars and Virtues: Covers Kirat Karna (Honest Work), Wand ke Chhakna (Sharing), and Naam Japna (Meditation); discusses Sarbat da Bhala (Welfare of All), Bhaana Mannana (Accepting God's Will), and Nishkam Sewa (Selfless Service).
  • Sub-Strand 3.2: Introduction to the Law of Karma
    • Fundamental Concepts: Defines Karma as the cycle of Action, Result, and Reaction; compares it to Newton's Third Law and emphasizes individual responsibility.
    • Sanatan Dharma: Explains the Three Types of Karma using the Archer analogy: Sanchit (Accumulated), Prarabdha (Destiny/Fated), and Kriyamana/Agami (Current/Future).
    • Jainism: The Physics of Karma: Describes Karma as subtle matter (particles) sticking to the soul (Bandh); outlines the four aspects of bondage: Prakriti (Nature), Sthiti (Duration), Anubhag (Intensity), and Pradesh (Quantity).
    • Buddhism: Intention is Key: Focuses on Cetana (Intention) as the driving force of Karma; classifies Karma by function (Reproductive, Supportive, Obstructive, Destructive).
    • Sikhism: The Role of Grace: Introduces Nadar (God's Grace) as the "Supreme Override" that can erase Karma; distinguishes between Dukrit (Ego-driven) and Sukrit (Service-driven) actions.
    • The Cyclic Nature and Assessment: Describes Samsara (the wheel of birth and death) driven by desires and impressions; provides tools for self-monitoring like the Mirror Test and Intention Test.
• File Size:

  271.25 KB
• Length:

  20 pages
• Category:

  Lesson Notes
• Level:

  Grade 10
• Subject:

  HRE
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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