Identify similar values in any story or local tradition etc. known to you. You could ask your guardians or relatives too. Collect these stories and create a class manuscript. You could include illustrations.
Students should collect stories from family and community members that demonstrate values similar to 'vasudhaiva kutumbakam' (the whole world is family), 'atithi devo bhava' (a guest is like God), 'sarve bhavantu sukhinah' (may all creatures be happy), compassion, and acceptance of others.
Examples might include: local stories of communities helping refugees or migrants, traditions of hospitality in their region, and folk tales about kindness to strangers.
Other examples include stories of interfaith harmony in their area, family stories of helping people in need, local customs that welcome guests, and historical accounts of different communities living together peacefully.
The class manuscript should compile these stories with illustrations showing how these values are practiced in different contexts.
Explanation
The chapter emphasizes that Indian values like 'vasudhaiva kutumbakam,' 'atithi devo bhava,' and 'sarve bhavantu sukhinah' have been practiced for millennia and are 'not just a slogan but has been a practice for millennia.' The Karaṇīya Mettā Sutta expresses similar sentiments: 'Even as a mother protects with her life her only child, so with a boundless heart should one cherish all living beings.' This activity helps students connect these universal values to their own local and family traditions.
Solution Steps
Collect stories from family and community members demonstrating values like vasudhaiva kutumbakam, atithi devo bhava, and sarve bhavantu sukhinah
Include examples such as local stories of helping refugees, hospitality traditions, folk tales about kindness, and interfaith harmony
Gather family stories of helping people in need and local customs welcoming guests
Compile all collected stories into a class manuscript with illustrations showing values in practice