Research Paper On Aboriginal Spirituality
| Studies of Religion I | | HSC 2011 |
| Studies of Religion I | | HSC 2011 |
Mary Tran
Mary Tran
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Religion and BELIEF SYSTEMS in AUSTRALIA POST 1945 1. Contemporary Aboriginal Spiritualties 2.1. Discuss how Aboriginal spirituality is determined by the Dreaming: * Kinship * Refers to the complex relationships of blood and spirit that exists between Aboriginal people; based on familial and totem relations that govern Aboriginal life by determining clan issues. * The Dreaming has determined people’s kinship ties and still pervades through Kinship by: * Assigning responsibilities to transmit knowledge of the dreaming from elders to younger generations * Providing the basis …show more content…
* Is the whole environment * Is the embodiment of traditional spirituality * Is indivisibly united with humans through its sacred nature i.e. * Aborigines called to be custodians of the spirituality and physical being of the land * The land is synonymous with identity * People were created from earth which has existed since the beginning of time therefore the sacred motherland, ‘My Country’ * Dreaming is inextricably connected to the land because: * It is the context of Dreaming storiesspirituality revolves around land * Provides the foundation for Aboriginal beliefs, traditions, rituals and laws 2.2. Discuss the continuing effect of dispossession on Aboriginal spiritualties in relation to: Dispossession: * Indigenous forced off landEuropeans claimed land as “Terra Nullius” * Europeans believed indigenous would die out otherwise, must be forced to assimilate * Attempted to breakdown Aboriginal culture with help from Christian missions i.e. orphanages for Stolen Generation * Some missionaries later on assisted in Land rights movements …show more content…
Committee for WCC * Originally between Anglican and Protestant churches * Now, there are 15 members | * Bring together Aus. Churches in dialogue and practical cooperation * Work together to combat social justice issues i.e. racism * Discussion about faith-based issues * Work through commissions, networks and programs ie. Christian World Services (CWS) international programs i.e. Make Poverty History and the National Program on Refugees and Displaced People (NPRDP) * ATSI rights, reconciliation and living conditions | * Mutual understanding between denominationsless conflict & more unity * 2004, “Australian Churches; Covenanting together”churches come to a mutual agreement on such things as commitment to prayer, common beliefs, common goal of social justice, commitment to the sacraments. * Such acceptance between Protestants, Catholics and Orthodox would not have been evident 30 yrs ago * Working together towards better causes & making the world a better place together * Through NPRDP, the churches have helped protect and resettle 100’s of refugees from Afghanistant, Iraq, East Timor i.e. free accommodation, English classes * NCCA have also est. the Australian National Dialogue of Christians, Muslims and Jews * Impact on political decisions i.e. ’66 resolution calling for change to White Australia Policyinspired movements against racism & encouraging multiculturalism
| Studies of Religion I | | HSC 2011 |
Mary Tran
Mary Tran
Content Page
Religion and BELIEF SYSTEMS in AUSTRALIA POST 1945 1. Contemporary Aboriginal Spiritualties 2.1. Discuss how Aboriginal spirituality is determined by the Dreaming: * Kinship * Refers to the complex relationships of blood and spirit that exists between Aboriginal people; based on familial and totem relations that govern Aboriginal life by determining clan issues. * The Dreaming has determined people’s kinship ties and still pervades through Kinship by: * Assigning responsibilities to transmit knowledge of the dreaming from elders to younger generations * Providing the basis …show more content…
* Is the whole environment * Is the embodiment of traditional spirituality * Is indivisibly united with humans through its sacred nature i.e. * Aborigines called to be custodians of the spirituality and physical being of the land * The land is synonymous with identity * People were created from earth which has existed since the beginning of time therefore the sacred motherland, ‘My Country’ * Dreaming is inextricably connected to the land because: * It is the context of Dreaming storiesspirituality revolves around land * Provides the foundation for Aboriginal beliefs, traditions, rituals and laws 2.2. Discuss the continuing effect of dispossession on Aboriginal spiritualties in relation to: Dispossession: * Indigenous forced off landEuropeans claimed land as “Terra Nullius” * Europeans believed indigenous would die out otherwise, must be forced to assimilate * Attempted to breakdown Aboriginal culture with help from Christian missions i.e. orphanages for Stolen Generation * Some missionaries later on assisted in Land rights movements …show more content…
Committee for WCC * Originally between Anglican and Protestant churches * Now, there are 15 members | * Bring together Aus. Churches in dialogue and practical cooperation * Work together to combat social justice issues i.e. racism * Discussion about faith-based issues * Work through commissions, networks and programs ie. Christian World Services (CWS) international programs i.e. Make Poverty History and the National Program on Refugees and Displaced People (NPRDP) * ATSI rights, reconciliation and living conditions | * Mutual understanding between denominationsless conflict & more unity * 2004, “Australian Churches; Covenanting together”churches come to a mutual agreement on such things as commitment to prayer, common beliefs, common goal of social justice, commitment to the sacraments. * Such acceptance between Protestants, Catholics and Orthodox would not have been evident 30 yrs ago * Working together towards better causes & making the world a better place together * Through NPRDP, the churches have helped protect and resettle 100’s of refugees from Afghanistant, Iraq, East Timor i.e. free accommodation, English classes * NCCA have also est. the Australian National Dialogue of Christians, Muslims and Jews * Impact on political decisions i.e. ’66 resolution calling for change to White Australia Policyinspired movements against racism & encouraging multiculturalism