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Dignity, rites of passage, manners and good choices

Dignity, rites of passage, manners, assertiveness and good choices. Read one part at a time and tap “I know this”. Then test yourself in the quiz.

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Good manners

SituationGood manners
Greeting an adult“Good morning, Mrs Dlamini”
At the dinner tableChew with your mouth closed and wait your turn
A gogo gets into a full taxi or busStand up and offer your seat
You borrow a friend’s bookLook after it and return it in good condition
A friend disagrees with youListen and accept that people think differently

Compliments build others’ confidence and friendships. Many cultures celebrate a birth with a naming ceremony to welcome the child into family and community.

Good manners cost nothing.
Good manners cost nothing.
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Good choices

  • Conflict often starts with misunderstandings and not listening. Calm down first and talk about the problem. Last swing? Take turns: five minutes each.
  • A mean comment online: don’t share it; report it and tell a trusted adult.
  • Feeling left out? Talk to someone you trust and join other activities.
  • A pet needs food, clean water, shelter and care; a vet treats animals.
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Important life stages in our cultures

A rite of passage is a ceremony that shows someone is starting a new stage of life. Every culture celebrates it in its own way, but the meaning is often the same.

StageExamples and meaning
BirthA naming ceremony; a baby is introduced to the family and ancestors. Meaning: the child is welcomed and belongs to the community.
Baptism or blessingA baptism in church; other faiths have their own blessing ceremonies. Meaning: the child is taken into the faith community.
Coming of ageInitiation school, a 21st birthday with a key. Meaning: the young person takes on new responsibilities.
WeddingA church or court wedding; lobola negotiations between two families. Meaning: two people, and their families, are joined.
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Rites of passage give people a sense of belonging, and bind families and communities together.

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Dignity in different religions

In South Africa people of many religions live together. Even though their customs differ, they all teach that every person has dignity and must be treated with respect.

ReligionWhat it teaches about dignity
ChristianityEvery person is created in God’s image; “Love your neighbour as yourself.”
IslamAll people are equal before Allah; be good to your neighbours and give to those in need (zakat)
HinduismThe same divine spirit lives in every person; the greeting “Namaste” honours it
JudaismPeople are created in God’s image; care for the stranger and the poor
African traditional religionUbuntu: a person is a person through other people; respect for elders and the ancestors
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Remember this and test yourself

Remember this: your summary
  • Dignity: being worthy of honour and respect. Listen without mocking.
  • A rite of passage marks an important stage in life: a naming ceremony, a wedding, a 21st key.
  • Assertive: saying clearly and calmly what you think, so others respect your boundaries.
  • Manners: please and thank you, and “I’m sorry” when you hurt someone.
  • Unconditional love does not depend on what someone does or gives.

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Memory trick

The two magic words (please, thank you) and the third (sorry) open most doors.

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Important words

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