a man who dedicates himself to a simple life and devotion to Buddhism or another religion

a woman who dedicates herself to a simple life and devotion to Buddhism or another religion

a focal point in a temple, often with statues or other gifts and decoration

Buddha for Buddhists today

Religious education

The idea of a Buddha

Siddhartha: early life

Siddhartha: craving and suffering

Siddhartha: enlightenment and impermanence

Buddha: meditation

In this unit pupils are introduced to Buddhism. They focus on the significance of the figure of Siddhartha Buddha. They will examine stories of his life before considering his meaning for devotees today. They will learn about key concepts of dhamma and impermanence.

Buddhists: who was the Buddha and what does he mean for Buddhists?

someone who follows Buddhist teachings in their everyday life

man who dedicates himself to a simple life and devotion to Buddhism 

woman who dedicates herself to a simple life and devotion to Buddhism

What is the name for the focal point in a Buddhist temple, decorated with statues and gifts?

Which of these things would often be true for a Buddhist monk or nun?

All Buddhists in the UK have come from Buddhist countries.

All Buddhists in the UK became Buddhist but originally had a different worldview

Some UK Buddhists come from Buddhist countries. Others changed their worldview.

Which of these statements is the most accurate about Buddhists in the UK?

What do Buddhists do to clear their minds and focus?

Buddhists try to follow a path that falls between the two extremes of luxury and poverty. What is this called?


Which of these might you expect to see in an image of Siddhartha meditating?

waking up to a deeper understanding of life and the world around you

Match the word to the correct definition.

Buddha for Buddhists today

Lesson outcome