a human is made up of five elements or ‘heaps’ – body, sensation, perception, thoughts and consciousness

the nature of all beings, which means that all beings beings have potential to achieve enlightenment/Buddhahood

Human personality

Religious education

In this unit pupils will examine key beliefs in Buddhism. They will examine key concepts such as dhamma and the idea of the human condition. They will gain an understanding of Buddhist ideas about suffering and the way to end it. They will also examine the story of Gautama Buddha.

Buddhism and Islam: Beliefs and teachings

According to Theravada Buddhism, a human is made up of {{}} Aggregates, also known as (s)kandhas.

kamma, rebirth, suffering, wisdom, meditation

form, sensation, perception, mental formations, consciousness

What are the Five Aggregates or (s)kandhas in Theravada Buddhism?

everything is interconnected and has no fixed or independent existence

What does sunyata mean in Mahayana Buddhism?

the belief that only the Buddha was capable of enlightenment

the idea that all beings have the potential to become enlightened

the idea that only monks can reach enlightenment

According to Mahayana Buddhism, what does Buddha-nature refer to?

Which analogy is used in Buddhist scripture to explain Buddha-nature?

to delay nirvana to help others attain enlightenment

What is the goal of many Mahayana Buddhists?

What does the Threefold Way help Buddhists to achieve?

Which of the following is part of Meditation (Samadhi)?

it helps Buddhists to build good relationships and avoid harm

it allows Buddhists to reach enlightenment instantly

Why is Ethics (Sila) important in Buddhism?

gaining insight into the nature of reality

Which of these best describes Wisdom (Panna)?

How do the three parts of the Threefold Way work together?

What does Meditation (Samadhi) encourage Buddhists to do?

Starter Quiz