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A Quick Introduction to Sikhism

This is a brief outline of the basics of the Sikh faith

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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A brief Introduction to Sikhism for students (handout)

This handout accompanies the presentation outlining a Quick Introduction to Sikhism

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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AMEZ St George's Street Wolverhampton

This PowerPoint provides a range of images from the AMEZ (African Methodist Episcopal Zion) Church in Wolverhampton. This is a Black-Led church founded in the UK in the late 1960s.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Birmingham Progressive Synagogue outside

Image of the outside of the new progressive synagogue.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Book Review CARS check

This exercise is used with first year Religious Studies students on the Judaism module. They are required to complete a book review, the first part of which is to undertake a CARS check on the author. The exercise includes two examples of CARS author checks to help develop their understanding of the task.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Calligraphy inside mosque dome

Calligraphy in Arabic and English inside dome.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Caste and Sikhism

This is material used within a second year module on Sikhism. it provides information on how caste is operative within Sikhism and has created distinct groups such as the Ravidasis and Valmikis. This material could also be used by historians and sociologists.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

Christianity in Wolverhampton

This collection brings together a range of files, PowerPoints, images and videos on Christian places of worship in Wolverhampton.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Courting Controversy

PowerPoint for PRS conference on issues around field visits, and the way iPods and Faith Guiding initiatives can address pitfalls.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Discourse 1.1

Issue 1.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 1.2

Issue 1.2 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 10.1

Issue 10.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 2.1

Issue 2.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 2.2

Issue 2.2 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 3.1

Issue 3.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 3.2

Issue 3.2 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 4.1

Issue 4.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 4.2

Issue 4.2 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 5.1

Issue 5.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 5.2

Issue 5.2 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 6.1

Issue 6.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 6.2

Issue 6.2 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 7.1

Issue 7.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 7.2

Issue 7.2 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 8.1

Issue 8.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 8.2

Issue 1.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 9.1

Issue 9.1 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Discourse 9.2

Issue 9.2 of the journal Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

Discourse: Learning and Teaching in Philosophical and Religious Studies

The journal of the Subject Centre for Philosophical and Religious Studies (200 - 2011). Discourse contains subject-specific articles, discussion, and high quality pedagogical research papers.

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Dr Ambedkar

Audio file (MP4)

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Feedback resources for Religious Studies

A collection of resources to support RS tutors in providing feedback to students and activities for students to work on tutor feedback.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Font: St Peter's Collegiate Church

short video explaining the font and the symbolism.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Fryer Street Synagogue

This short video explores the history and key features of a purpose built synagogue in Wolverhampton.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Geographies of Religion

PowerPoint to support presentation on use of iPods in field visits.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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God and the Human Condition in Sikh teachings

This is a detailed look at what Sikh teachings from the Guru Granth Sahibji teach about God and the Human condition.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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God and the human condition - Sikhism

This handout summarizes the teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib about God and the soul's entrapment in samsara (reincarnation).

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Guru Gobind Singh and the Formation of the Khalsa

This presentation examines the reasons and order of eents behind the creation of the Khalsa in 1699 CE.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Guru Nanak's teachings

This handout for students highlights the teachings of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak. It also explores possible influences on the thought of Guru Nanak.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

Holocaust Memorial Day Trust

Link to the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust website, with the 2010 theme 'The legacy of hope' to mark the 65th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau on 27th January 1945.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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HumBox Launch RS

PowerPoint to share and showcase aspects for Religious Studies.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Image Synagogue intercom

Image of security arrangement at synagogue, intercom to gain entrance.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Images of places of worship

Collection of images of places of worship

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Introductory Jewish quiz

This short quiz encourages students to think about their knowledge of Jews and Judaism at the start of their module on Judaism. It could be used within Religious Studies modules on world religions, or in other subjects when they touch on Jewish topics.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Islam

Collection of PowerPoints and images to support teaching of aspects of Islam.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Islamic Studies Network
Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Issues of Identity in the Sikh Panth

The issue of Sikh identity is one that has given rise to much debate over the years. This presentation examines some aspects and issues relating to Sikh Identity.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Jews in Britain overview

This Word file provides key dates for events related to the Jewish community in Britain. This could be used to provide students with an overview of key events and as a resource for exploring current diversity.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Judaism

This collection brings together a range of materials relating to Jews and Judaism. They are specifically relevant to studies within Religious Studies, but may also be of use for History and Literary studies that relate to Jews and/ or Judaism.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Judaism: Book Review example and feedback

This provides an example of an assessed task for students. They are able to see the feedback proforma to be used, with a marked example. Whilst this form is specific to this task, it could be adapted for other uses, to prepare students for the feedback they will receive on their work.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Manchester Jewish Museum

This image shows the outside of the Manchester Jewish Museum. The building was originally built as a Sephardi Synagogue, so is more ornate than the usual Ashkenazi style of synagogue that most synagogues in the UK follow.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Mosque inside Dome

Image of the inside of the dome at Wolverhampton Central Mosque, showing calligraphy.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Mosques in Wolverhampton

This PowerPoint provides information about mosques in Wolverhampton, with maps showing their location and pictures of mosques. This could be used to introduce aspects of Islam and mosques within Religous or cultural studies.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Mosques in Wolverhampton: features

PowerPoint to support teaching about mosques in the local community.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Muslims in Britain images

This collection of images can be used to support teaching or research about Muslims in Britain.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Muslims in Wolverhampton collection

This collection holds a range of resources about Islam and Muslims in Wolverhampton.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

PRS Courting Controversy

Resources from the PRS conference, July 2010, on the theme of 'Courting Controversy.' Theoretical papers and practical classroom sessions.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Possible influences on the thought of Guru Nanak

There are a number of theories as to whether the religious thought of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak, may have been influenced by other traditions of the time. This presenttation explores soem of thses possible influences.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Postmodernism: A Very Brief Introduction Pt. 1

A short introduction to postmodernism, with an eye on its implications for Christianity.

Shared with the World by Dr Andrew Davies

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Postmodernism: A Very Brief Introduction Pt. 2

A short discussion starter on the implications of postmodernity especially for Christianity.

Shared with the World by Dr Andrew Davies

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Predestination or karma in Sikh philosophy

This presentation is delivered to students who take the Sikhism Module. It looks at the apparent paradox in the teachings of Guru Nanak, especially, with regard to whether it is one's deeds or the Will of God that is a prerequisite to Mukti (the release from the cycle of reincarnation - samsara).

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Religions in Wolverhampton Treasure Hunt

This 'treasure hunt' asks students to find out information from the urls provided.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Sikh Identity handout for students

This handout accompanies a presentation looking at issues relating to Sikh identity.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Sikh Practices

This presentation, delivered to second year undergraduate students, takes a look at soem of the dominant practices amongst Sikhs.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Sikh practices handout for students

This handout for students summarizes the main practices found amongst the Sikhs.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

Sikhism

Range of resources for Sikhism, original use for Religious Studies. They could be used to explore aspects of Sikh philosophy, or to understand a local religious community.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Statistics for the humanities

Statistics for the Humanities is now available as an open access e-book (PDF format only at present). The book is aimed primarily at undergraduate humanities students, especially those who have not studied mathematics since the age of 16.

Shared with the World by Dr John Canning

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Synagogue sanctuary

Picture of the sanctuary at Birmingham Progressive Synagogue (now demolished). Note the position of the bimah in a Progressive synagogue, as part of the platform in front of the ark.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Synagogue sanctuary

Picture of the sanctuary in a progressive synagogue. (Birmingham Progressive Synagogue built in 1930s, now demolished.)

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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The Development of the Panth

This handout highlights the main developments and Institutions in Sikhism from the second to ninth Sikh Gurus

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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The Guru Granth Sahibji

This presentation explores the compilation and content of the Guru Granth Sahib - the eternal Guru of the Sikhs.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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The Mosque: funerary practices

images in a PowerPoint to show features of a mosque concerned with funerary practices. Used with undergraduate Religious Studies students.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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The Namdharis

A brief summary of the Namdharis, a handout for students.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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The Namdharis

This presentation looks at a sect within Sikhism. The Namdharis are regarded as heretics by many Sikhs due to their tradition of continuing the line of human Gurus. In effect, they do not give Guru status to the Adi Granth. The presentation looks at their theories regarding the 'drama' enacted by Guru Gobind Singh in 1708 and examines their justification for declaring that the words "Guru Maniyo Granth" were not uttered.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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The Ravidasis

A handout for students summarizing the main beliefs and practices of the Ravidasi community.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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The Valmikis

This presentation explores the origins, beliefs and practices of the Valmiki community. The Valmikis are a caste within the Dalit community.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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The caste system and the Sikhs

Thsi handout for students summarizes the main points about the Sikhs' attitudes towards the caste system.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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The font: video explanation

The PowerPoint contains details about the font in The Collegiate Church of St. Peter, Wolverhampton. The video extract presents the history of the font and explains the symbolism of sections.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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The second to ninth Sikh Gurus

The development of the Sikh Panth through the institutions made by the second to the ninth Sikh Gurus is explored in this presentation.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Tour of the collegiate Church of St. Peter Wolverhampton

This tour enables students to explore the church in their own time and pace, providing a structure and details about the items in the church. The tour can be loaded on to MP4 players.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Variations of the Adi Granth

This handout summarizes the many variations found of the Sikh Holy Scripture - the Guru Granth Sahibji

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

Videos of places of worship

Collection of videos for places of worship

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Webfolio Religions in Wolverhampton
Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Western Studies of the Prophet Muhammad

PowerPoint to support session on Western studies of the Prophet Muhammad, introduces a range of critical studies.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Where next? Unlocking the potential of your theology or religious studies degree - an employability guide

A subject specific guide designed for theology and religious studies students to help them identify and articulate how the skills that their degree is developing in them prepare them for the world of work.

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara

poster providing an overview of the features of Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara

Collection of materials on the Dr Ambedkar Buddha Vihara in Wolverhampton. Mostly images, but also a MP4 audio tour, and a PowerPoint.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara 1. Ambedkar Motto

This picture presents the engraving of Ambedkar's motto: educate, agitate and organise.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara 1. Ambedkar bust

This is a picture of the bust of Dr Ambedkar, in the vihara in Wolverhampton founded by his followers.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara 1. Ambedkar exterior

Picture of the outside of the Buddha Vihara in Wolverhampton dedicated to Dr Ambedkar.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara 1. Ambedkar in Shrine Room

Picture of Dr Ambedkar found within the Shrine Room.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara 1. Ambedkar statue

Picture showing the statue of Dr Ambedkar.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

Wolverhampton Buddha Vihara collection

collection of materials about Dr Ambedkar Buddha Vihara in Wolverhampton.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Wolverhampton Central Mosque

This PowerPoint provides a range of images from a field visit to the Central Mosque. This is used within Religious Studies to explore aspects of Islam in the local community.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke