At the title on the screen: 'What Are Scriptures?' Let's find out together! Scriptures are holy books. That means they are very, very special books that teach us how to live well. Think of them like a guide — a kitabu that shows us the right way to treat others and to be good people. Here are some examples of scriptures that Hindus use. The Vedas, the Upanishads, and the Bhagavad Gita. These are wonderful books full of stories and lessons. Because they are so special, we treat them with great respect — we don't put them on the floor, we handle them carefully, and we keep them in a clean place. That's because they are sacred, which means they are very, very important to us. To sum up: scriptures are holy books that teach us how to live well, and we show them respect because they are sacred. Great job, everyone! Let's keep going.
We're going to learn about something very important: how to handle special books called scriptures with love and respect. That's called 'reverent handling.' Let's look at the title. Reverent handling means touching and using scriptures in a way that shows love and respect. Think about how you would hold a very precious gift from your grandmother. That's how we treat our holy books! First action: Wash your hands. Before you touch a scripture, make sure your hands are clean. This shows respect, just like washing before a meal. Second: Use both hands. When you pick up the kitabu (book), hold it with both hands, not just one. This shows you are careful and respectful. Third: Never point your feet toward the scripture. In many cultures, pointing feet at something is disrespectful. Always keep your feet away. Remember: wash your hands, use both hands, and never point feet. These simple actions show love for God's word.
Friends, as we finish our lesson today, let's end with a special moment — a prayer or a quiet thought. Here at the top of our slide. Let's say a simple prayer together: 'Thank you for our scriptures that teach us how to be good.' Scriptures are like special books that show us the right way to live. You can close your eyes and say this in your heart, or whisper it. 'Thank you for our scriptures that teach us how to be good.' Now, let's make a promise. At this — 'My Promise.' I want you to say this out loud with me: 'I will handle my scriptures with care — at home, at school, and everywhere.' When you hold your kitabu, or any holy book, you're holding something very special. Can you promise that too? If you'd like, let's finish with a happy song about respecting our holy books. Let's hum the tune softly: '🎵 Thank you for our holy book, we will treat it with respect...' You can sing it on your way out too! Great job everyone.
Great job learning about scriptures! Rule one: Always wash your hands before touching scriptures. Rule two: Use both hands and a clean cloth when handling them. Rule three: Store your scriptures on a high shelf and never just throw them anywhere. Rule four: Remember, scriptures are sacred and deserve our respect. To sum it up: clean hands, careful handling, proper storage, and a respectful heart. Done, everyone!
