an enlightened, who postpones their final escape from samsara in order to help living beings

the sincere and selfless desire to benefit others with no expectation of reward

principles or beliefs about what is right and wrong; includes following the Five Moral Precepts

ethical principles in Mahayana Buddhism to lead a being to enlightenment

The six perfections in the Mahayana tradition: generosity and morality

Religious education

The nature and importance of diverse places of worship for Buddhists

Buddha rupa, artefacts and offerings

The role and significance of Puja for Buddhists

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: 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

The six perfections guide a Bodhisattva on the {{}} to enlightenment.

What is the main goal of a Bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism?

helping selflessly with no reward expected

What is a key aspect of practising generosity (dana)?

What does morality (sila) involve in Mahayana Buddhism?

What do the six perfections help a Buddhist develop?

Which of the following best describes generosity in Buddhism?

Speaking an {{}} statement goes against the moral precept on falsehoods.

What is the purpose of the five moral precepts in Buddhism?

Why do Buddhists avoid intoxicants like alcohol?

What does the precept “do not misuse the senses” relate to?

Which action breaks the precept about falsehoods?

How do the precepts help Buddhists progress spiritually?

The six perfections in the Mahayana tradition: generosity and morality

Lesson outcome