a representation of Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism

Buddhist prayer beads used to aid meditation

Buddhist image used to symbolise the world

a word or sound repeated to aid concentration in meditation

a practice of focusing and clearing the mind

Buddha: meditation

Religious education

The idea of a Buddha

Siddhartha: early life

Siddhartha: craving and suffering

Siddhartha: enlightenment and impermanence

Buddha for Buddhists today

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?

a practice of focusing and clearing the mind to achieve a calm and focused state

sitting up straight with your legs crossed

a Buddhist image used to symbolise the world

Match the key terms to the correct definitions.

What do many Buddhists focus on when they meditate?

What is the name of a mantra that Buddhists use during meditation?

meditation involves silence and prayer involves speech 

prayer is directed towards God or gods while meditation is not

In what way is meditation different to prayer?

When Siddhartha Gautama left home, what did he see which made him want to find the answer to suffering?

What word is used in Buddhism to mean that things constantly change and do not last forever?

According to Buddhism, what is the cause of suffering?

What word is used in Buddhism to describe the state of complete understanding that leads to the end of suffering?

Buddha: meditation

Lesson outcome