Religious Studies A-Level
Miri-Piri
What Miri-Piri means in Religious Studies A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Miri-Piri
The doctrine of dual sovereignty established by Guru Hargobind, representing spiritual (Piri) and temporal (Miri) authority. It necessitates that religious devotion must be balanced with social and political responsibility to protect the oppressed.
Topics that use Miri-Piri
- Sikhism – Religion and society: Religious freedom, tolerance, and responses to pluralism and diversity (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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