quick question :

What is Shakti? (2)

i know what it is, but i cant think of a simple 2 mark answer since its not on the key word sheet

(b) Outline Hindu beliefs about bhakti (2006)

...Would it be right to talk about bhakti yoga here or is that a different thing? :/
thanks :)

confused..

"Outline Hindu beliefs about sanathan dharma."

sanathan dharma is the eternal religion - hinduism

so is the question "Outline Hindu beliefs about Hinduism"?

just confused..

Sacred Thread Ceremony

What are the main points that we need to know?

Birth and Naming Ceremony

What are the main points of the ceremony?

Explain why images (murti) are important in Hindu worship:

This is the last one that im not sure about!

Explain why the Bhagavad Gita is important for those who practice bhakti yoga:

because Krishna explains what it is and how to do it in there??

Explain the importance of Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita:

Explain why Varanasi is important for most Hindus

Explain why Hindus use the trimurti to represent Brahman:

Do you think for this question we should do the same as when describing God for the christianity exam. One point about omnipotence, omnibenevolence and omniscience in the same way that one point about Brahma, one point about Shiva and one about Vishnu?? I cant think of anything else to write about?

Explain why smriti literature is often more popular than shruti literature among Hindus:

Explain how atman and Brahman are connected in Hinduism:

(c) Explain why many people say that Hinduism should really be called sanatan dharma. (2005)

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(b) Outline how offerings are used in Hindu temple worship (2006)

Describe TWO ways in which a sannyasi may show non-attachment

Help! I don't remember anything about non-attachment ... :(

what is advaita vedanta and yoga-school and do we need to know about it?

This is from 2002 and below so yeah

Explain why devotion to Krishna is important in the Bhagavad Gita

I only have three points, and I'm not even sure if they're valid at all ...
- karma yoga (Krishna + Arjuna)
- bhakti yoga (Krishna teaches that it is the most effective method of attaining moksha)
- Krishna is an avatar of Vishnu, who is part of the trimurti

thanks in advance :)

Outline Hindu beliefs about the Vedas:

I know that they are shruti texts and so are timeless and told to Hindus by Brahman. Another point could be that there are 4 books within it but this isnt really a belief is it? Just a fact.

How do Hindu families in Britain pass on their way of life to their children?

(c) Explain why darshan (viewing/blessing) is important for many Hindus (2006)

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(c) Explain why truthfulness is important for Hindus (2004)

D': Aside from truthfulness being a principle of sanatan dharma...is there anything else?

Thank you :)

Explain how the sacred thread ceremony represents Hindu values

??

HINDUISM! Explain how the Hindu cremation ceremony shows Hindu values?

I really dont know!!

"Ideas like the Big Bang make it impossible to believe in God"

"Ideas like the Big Bang make it impossible to believe in God"

I'm having trouble on this question, please help!
I've got the points:

• People may see it as a more 'logical' explanation for the existence of our earth.
• Has proof that people are capable of understanding.

Thanks!

Good Luck!

Last minute tips...

Read the question carefully

Make sure all points are relevant to the question (for example if a question is just asking about why Christians disagree with abortion then only include that and do NOT include reasons why they agree with it

Try to complete the paper (duh) pace yourself...roughly a minute a mark!

Make sure you get some rest tonight and are not hyper on caffeine or sugar tomorrow.

Well done on your hard work kids. You should be proud of yourselves...Now go and show the examiners what you are made of!

Miss Kaur :)

Outline how attitudes to cohabitation and marriage have changed

'There is plenty of evidence that God exists' Do you agree?

(C) Explain how the search for meaning and purpose in life may lead to, or support, belief in God

Different views between Christian denominations

umm this is not a question, just like a question??

can someone post the differences between views on euthanasia, abortion..etc. and stuff :D

Name two different attitudes to premarital sex

This is my answer: I'm not sure whether I'll get full marks (6) or only 4 marks.
Some christians believe that premarital sex is wrong. This is becaue they believe that sex is supposed to be carried out only after marriage and for the purporse of deepening ones love.

Some christians also disagree because it can also enckourage a polygamous relationship. If the person breaks up after premarital sex, then he or she will more than likely form a new relationship with another person. Christain teaches that people should have a monogamous relationship.

Other christian agree to premarital sex as they believe that sex outside marriage can sometimes be for the good. If some people are unable to marry due to circumstances yet still want to express their love, then some christians believe that sex outside marriage (as in premarital sex) should be allowed.

Explain why some people do not believe in God.

The only point i can come up with is

- There is no proof

What are the main features of a religious upbringing? Part B question

'If God doesn't answer our prayers, he can't exist' Do you Agree

I can only think of two points,

- God does not answer our prayers as they may cause suffering.

- God transcends human abilities so we cannot understand the things he does.

Explain how the presence of many religions in society may cause problems for Christians

Quotes

Can we make like a list of all the main quotes we should learn?

Explain why prejudice and dsicrimination cause problems in a mmulti ethnic society

Choose one christian person, or organisation, that has contributed to racial harmony and explain why they did this work.

I can think of what Martin Luther King did but I'm not too sure why they did this work other than trying to resolve the inequality, discrimination etc.

Explain why trying to convert people may cause problems in a multi faith society

My poinst are:
-Can cause racial dicrimination.
-This leads to racial hatred.
-Can cause inequality due to the majority and minority in the society.
-May even to extreme situation such as genocide

Explain why some people believe in miracles?:

The only points I can think of are:
-Miracles happen to them personally. The first hand experience can make them believe in God.
-The bible teaches that miracles can happen.
-Jesus carried out some miracles himself.
-It defies the law of nature and is thought to be only done by God.

Are those points ok?

Give a non religious explanation for the existence of God (6 mark question)

Is it something like the big bang and Darwin's theory of evolution? so can my three points be:
-The world was created because of big bang. Particles fused together. It was caused naturally/ coincidence.
-The atoms form cells etc.
-The creatures evolve to adapt to the surroundings and environment.

Part C Question Help

"Explain why there are different attitudes to re-marriage in Christianity."

I know that Roman Catholics do not allow re-marriage unless one of the partners are deceased due to vows exchanged in front of God. Any other points?

Explain why the existence of evil and suffering causes problems for some peopel who believe in God.

a (c) questions : but i couldnt' come up with four points since the inconsistent triad only covers three so what's another point i could write down?

Quick Question ...

How can I incorporate beliefs of the groups Pro Life (against abortion) and Pro Choice (mother's decision for abortion) into the exam questions?

Can it only be used in a (d) question?

"The family that prays together stays together."

:( ???

Does anyone have any bible quotes supporting religious pluralism, inclusivism and exclusivism???

For the question: explain why there are different attitudes to other religions in Christianity

Benefits in a multi-faith and multi-ethnic society ...

I'm still unsure about what the major differences there are between
- benefits in a multi-FAITH society
- benefits in a multi-ETHNIC society

Assuming these would come up as (c) questions, can someone help me?
Thanks :)

"In a multi faith society, Christians should not try to convert followers of other religions"

i can't come up with enough points for the arguments for both sides. and are there any quotes on conversion in the bible?

"If God doesn't answer prayers, he can't exist" DYA?

i've read the mark scheme, but i cant really think of anything against the statement..

Explain why the sanctity of life is important to Christians:

i hate the sanctity of life stuff

Explain why there are different attitudes to contraception in Christianity:

- some churches believe we should adapt to modern society whilst others dont.
- some churches take the bible literally whilst others dont - which churches do and dont?? i cant remember.

just a simple question

i just have a question.. is a near death experience a religious experience?

Outline different Chirstian attitudes to other religions. 6 marks

Explain how the teachings of Christianity help to promote racial harmony'. 8 marks

'Men and women are different so you can't expect to have equality'. Do you agree? 4 marks

'Children don't need a mother and father who are married to each other'. Do you agree? 4 marks

'Life is sacred and should be preserved at all costs' Do you agree? 4 marks

Outline the British law on abortion. 6 marks

'Giving children a religious upbringing is the best start in life they could have.' Do you agree? 4 marks

State, with examples, what is meant by Moral Evil. 6 marks

'Near death experiences prove there is life after death.' Do you agree? 4 marks

'If marriage vows are going to be serious, then people should not be able to break them whenever they feel like it'. Do you agree? 4 marks

God and evil cannot both exist. Do you agree? 4 marks

"Explain why there are different attitudes to pre-marital sex in Christianity"

2002 Question (6c)

I know that (for Roman Catholics and most Protestants) God tells us it is wrong in the Bible (Thessalonians 4:3 - KJV), but also that some liberal Christians (Quakers) believe it is acceptable as long as they marry, because love was Jesus' greatest two Commandments - but my points seem really simple ...

Can someone help me please?
Thanks! :)

i know we have gone over this a million times in class, but its still hard :/

Explain why family life has changed in the UK(8)

Explain how the presence of religion in the world can lead to, or support, belief in God??

i only have like 2 points for this?

(c) Explain how a religious upbringing in a Christian family can lead to, or support, belief in God. (8)

how would you get full marks on this one?

"Explain how the search for meaning and purpose in life may lead to, or support, belief in God." - 2004 1(c)

How would you explain this to get 8 marks?
Thank you :)

Explain how seeing design in the world can lead to, or support, belief in God

i dunno how to expand on it to make it 8 marks? I explain what the design argument is and how it leads to believing in God but thats like only 1 point?

(C) Explain why some people do NOT believe in life after death. (8)

??

Explain why there are different attitudes to re-marriage in Christianity (8 marks)

Outline Christian attitudes to divorce

Outline the purposes of marriage in Christianity (6 marks)

Explain how the marriage service shows the purposes of marriage for Christians (8 marks)

i find this one kinda difficult :/

"you cannot believe in miracles today" do you agreeeee?

Explain why the idea if causation leads some people to believe in God.

Explain why the idea if causation leads some people to believe in God

how would you answer this?

questionn

"children should follow the religion of their parents" Part d question

Explain why Christians believe life is sacred.

i know cause God made them in his image and life is a gift from God but what else???

2008 b Describe ONE religious experience.

Can somebody define Religious experience for me?

"Explain why some people think the law on euthanasia should be changed."

...and what's the law on euthanasia?
Thanks :)

"Explain why changing attitudes to homosexuality cause problems for some Christians"

2006 Question 6c)
please help!

Outline different Christian attitudes to sex outside of marriage

im stuck on this question???

Prejudice and Discrimination - Part d question

'Nothing does more for racial harmony than religion.'
Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing you have considered another point of view. In your answer, you should refer to at least one religion.

Prejudice and Discrimination - Part c question

Explain why prejudice and discrimination cause problems in a multi-ethnic society. (8 marks)

Hindu Scriptures - Part d question

'The Vedas are out of date.'
Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing you have considered another point of view. (4)