Religious Studies GCSE
Humility
What Humility means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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A quality promoted by the practice of langar, which actively demonstrates Guru Nanak's teachings.
Requires abandoning ego and pride, acknowledging that all abilities come from Brahman.
Topics that use Humility
- Hinduism - 3.1.4.1 Beliefs and teachings (AQA GCSE)
- Practices (AQA GCSE)
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