singing or rhythmic repetition of a word, prayer, or sound

a short sequence of words or syllables chanted repetitively as a form of meditation

the name given to ceremonies that involve meditation, prayer, and offerings

The role and significance of Puja for Buddhists

Religious education

The nature and importance of diverse places of worship for Buddhists

Buddha rupa, artefacts and offerings

Samatha meditation

Vipassana meditation

Visualisation of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas

Ceremonies and rituals associated with death and mourning

Celebrations: origins and significance of Wesak and Parinirvana Day

Kamma and rebirth

Compassion and loving-kindness

The five moral precepts: do not take life or what is not given

The five moral precepts: senses, falsehoods or intoxicants

The six perfections in the Mahayana tradition: generosity and morality

The six perfections in the Mahayana tradition: patience and energy

The six perfections in the Mahayana tradition: meditation and wisom

In this unit pupils will examine practices in Buddhism such as puja and meditation. They will understand the considerable diversity of these practices among Buddhist adherents. Following that they wil look at the role of precepts and how these look different in Therevada and Mahayna Buddhism.

Islam and Buddhism: Practices

Taking {{}} in the Three Jewels shows commitment to the Buddhist path.

What is the main purpose of puja for Buddhists?

What is a common misunderstanding about puja in Buddhism?

Generosity (dana) is one of the {{}} perfections in Mahayana Buddhism.

What is the main purpose of a Buddha rupa?

What might Buddhists place in a shrine as an offering?

Why are certain artefacts used during puja?

What is a common misconception about the Buddha rupa?

The role and significance of Puja for Buddhists

Lesson outcome