the founder of Buddhism; he became known as the Buddha

the birthplace of Siddhartha, in what is now Nepal

located in north east India; considered to be the place of the Buddha’s enlightenment

Siddhartha Gautama as a historical figure

Religious education

The Buddha through the eyes of devotees

Dhamma - skilful actions

Dhamma - moral precepts

Sangha - monks and nuns

Sangha - diverse lay Buddhist community

In this unit pupils study the life of Siddhartha Gautama and reflect on his significance as a figue for devotees. They build on their understanding of dharma by examining dharma as skilful action. Finally they examine diversity in monastic life.

Buddhism: how significant are the three jewels to Buddhists?

According to Buddhists, who is Siddhartha Gautama?

it is the place of Siddhartha Gautama's birth

it is the place where Siddhartha Gautama's lived as an ascetic

 it is the place of Siddhartha Gautama's enlightenment

Why might Buddhists go on a pilgrimage to Bodh Gaya?

it is how Siddhartha achieved enlightenment 

it is how Siddhartha relaxed when he lived inside the palace

Siddhartha learnt how to meditate when he saw the fourth sight, the holy man

Why is meditation an important practice for most Buddhists?

the stories are based on factual information

the stories are based upon scientific evidence 

Many Buddhists interpret the stories of Siddhartha Gautama as mythical. What does this mean? 

Which religious worldview is also known as Sanatana Dharma?

Which name is often used to refer to God or the 'ultimate reality' in Hindu Dharma?

the belief that all life involves suffering 

What does the term 'dukkha' refer to in Buddhism?

How many Noble Truths did the Buddha teach?

living with a good moral code and honouring God

Match the dharmic worldviews below to the correct meanings of 'dharma/dhamma' in these religions.

Siddhartha Gautama as a historical figure

Lesson outcome