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Video of student initiative about the Parliament of the Worlds Religions

Posted on December 10, 2011

This is a video of a student initiative about the Parliament of the World’s Religions. It convenes leaders from the religious, academic, and civic spheres of society with the aim of developing a more peaceful planet. The Parliament began in … Continue reading →

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We work together Can you?

Posted on December 10, 2011

Resource includes teaching ideas to help develop cooperation and thinking about peace and conflict on a global scale. It links working together on a small scale to large scale conflicts around the world and explores ideas about different cultures and … Continue reading →

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Universal Declaration of Human Responsibilities

Posted on December 10, 2011

“The following draft of human responsibilities seeks to bring freedom and responsibility into balance and to promote a move from the freedom of indifference to the freedom of involvement. If one person or government seeks to maximize freedom but does … Continue reading →

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National Qualifications Curriculum Support: Religious, Moral, and Philosophical Studies Morality in the Modern World: Hinduism

Posted on December 10, 2011

This packet gives an introduction to the history of Hinduism and the important texts within Hinduism. Each section in the packet discusses a certain ethical issue and how Hinduism views it, such as crime and punishment, gender stereotyping, globalization, international … Continue reading →

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National Qualifications Curriculum Support: Religious, Moral, and Philosophical Studies Morality in the Modern World: Judaism

Posted on December 10, 2011

“This pack provides an introduction to the application of Jewish moral principles in today’s modern world. It can be studied as part of the Morality in the Modern World units (Intermediate 2 and Higher). The five main sections of the … Continue reading →

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Religious Education World Religions: A Curriculum Guide

Posted on December 10, 2011

“This religious education curriculum acknowledges and supports the notion that young people have a spiritual dimension and grow spiritually as well as physically, emotionally, psychologically and intellectually. This religious education curriculum acknowledges that the essence of all inter-faith dialogue is … Continue reading →

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UNESCO Guidelines on Intercultural Education

Posted on December 10, 2011

“The document reflects UNESCO’s unique role as international standard setter and convenor of diverse cultural and ideological perspectives. It is hoped that it will serve as a valuable practical resource for teachers and learners, curriculum developers, policy makers and community … Continue reading →

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Board of Studies New South Wales: Studies of Religion – Stage 6 (April 2005)

Posted on December 10, 2011

“The Stage 6 Studies of Religion syllabus acknowledges religion as a distinctiveanswer to the human need for meaning in life. An understanding of religionprovides a perspective for the human view of reality and deals with daily living aswell as with … Continue reading →

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Toward a Global Civilization of Love and Tolerance

Posted on December 10, 2011

Toward a Global Civilization of Love and Tolerance is a book written by Fethullah Gülen, which pursues a double purpose. On the one hand, it is a call to Muslims to a greater awareness that Islam teaches the need for … Continue reading →

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Religions for Peace

Posted on December 10, 2011

Religions for Peace is the largest international coalition of representatives from the worlds great religions dedicated to promoting peace. Founded in 1970, Religions for Peace enables communities to unleash their enormous potential for common action. As of today Religions for … Continue reading →

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