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Lesson 10 of 13
  • Year 9

Enlightenment

In this lesson, we will will look at the mystical state known as Nirvana! What is the end goal for Buddhists? How does it differ for Hindus? And how do you get there?

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Lesson 10 of 13
  • Year 9

Enlightenment

In this lesson, we will will look at the mystical state known as Nirvana! What is the end goal for Buddhists? How does it differ for Hindus? And how do you get there?

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. The final attainment.
  2. What is this mystical state known as being Enlightened?

Equipment

You will need two different coloured pens: black or blue and another coloured pen, such as green or red.

Content guidance

  • Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.

Supervision

Adult supervision suggested

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5 Questions

Q1.
What is the Eightfold Path?

Eight different Skandhas
Eight different types of Buddhists
The guidance given by the Buddha on how to live forever
Correct answer: The guidance laid out by the Buddha on how to overcome suffering

Q2.
Where does the Buddha refer to this path in the Four Noble Truths?

In the First Noble Truth
In the Second Noble Truth
Correct answer: In the Third and Fourth Noble Truths

Q3.
How is the Eightfold Path sometimes broken up?

Desire, Action, and Morality
Dukkha, Anatta, Anicca
Correct answer: Practices, Ethical Behaviour, and Mental discipline

Q4.
The Right Livelihood is about being kind.

Correct answer: False
True

Q5.
Right Concentration is about training your mind to focus.

False
Correct answer: True

Assessment exit quiz

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5 Questions

Q1.
What does Buddha mean?

Correct answer: Awakened Being
Religious Leader
Siddhartha

Q2.
Which one of these terms means all-knowing?

Omnibenevolent
Omnipotent
Correct answer: Omniscient

Q3.
Which flower represents the journey towards Enlightenment?

Correct answer: Lotus flower
Rose
Sunflower

Q4.
What is an Arahat?

A Monk or Nun
Correct answer: Someone who has reached the state on enlightenment, but is not in complete enlightenment as they could slip back
The head of the Buddhist religion

Q5.
What is the ultimate state Buddhist aspire to get to?

Heaven
Moksha
Correct answer: Nirvana