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

refers to making a courageous effort to attain enlightenment

being able to tolerate delay or problems without becoming agitated or anxious

ethical principles in Mahayana Buddhism to lead a being to enlightenment

The six perfections in the Mahayana tradition: patience and energy

Religious education

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 perfection of {{}} can be developed by showing tolerance and endurance.

studying and practising the Buddha’s Dhamma

Which of these is a way to develop the perfection of energy?

What is one way a Buddhist might show patience in daily life?

making a strong effort to follow the Dhamma

What does energy (virya) mean in Mahayana Buddhism?

they support others on the path to enlightenment

Why are patience and energy important for Bodhisattvas?

The six perfections support Buddhists to attain {{}} and reach enlightenment.

Which of these is one of the six perfections?

What are the six perfections in Mahayana Buddhism for?

giving help without wanting anything back

Which of these shows someone practising true generosity?

following ethical rules like the Five Precepts

What does morality (sila) encourage in a Buddhist’s life?

Why might a Bodhisattva choose not to enter full enlightenment yet?

One of the six perfections is {{}}, which means giving without expecting anything back.

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

The six perfections in the Mahayana tradition: patience and energy

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.