a state of wisdom that enables total clarity and understanding of the truths of existence

the path a Buddhist will take to achieve enlightenment

the school of Buddhism mainly found in Sri Lanka and Thailand; it is an older tradition than Mahayana

a perfected person; in Theravada Buddhism, this is a term for a person who has become enlightened

Arhat ideals

Religious education

The Buddha

The Dhamma

The Four Noble Truths: suffering

The Four Noble Truths: the Three Poisons

The Four Noble Truths: the Eightfold Path

The Buddhist Threefold Way

Human personality

Karma and rebirth

Bodhisattva ideals

Mahayana: the Six Perfections

In this unit pupils will examine key beliefs in Buddhism. They will examine key concepts such as dhamma and the idea of the human condition. They will gain an understanding of Buddhist ideas about suffering and the way to end it. They will also examine the story of Gautama Buddha.

Buddhism and Islam: Beliefs and teachings

Which practice is essential to becoming an Arhat?

Why do some Theravada Buddhists avoid the term ‘Hinayana’?

It provides better conditions for enlightenment.

Why do many Theravada Buddhists follow monastic life?

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What is the goal of achieving positive karma in Buddhism?

How do most Buddhists aim to accumulate positive karma?

the process of rebirth and the cycle of life and death

What does the term “samsara” refer to in Buddhist belief?

What role does compassion (karuna) play in Buddhism?

Arhat ideals

Lesson outcome