Year 9
Vajrayana Buddhism
In this lesson, we will look at some of the important features of Vajrayana Buddhism. We will explore its main beliefs and the reasons why it is seen as a different denomination. This lesson refers to Buddhist beliefs about death.
Year 9
Vajrayana Buddhism
In this lesson, we will look at some of the important features of Vajrayana Buddhism. We will explore its main beliefs and the reasons why it is seen as a different denomination. This lesson refers to Buddhist beliefs about death.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Practices and festivals in Tibet.
- The purpose of Bardo Thodol.
Equipment
You will need two different coloured pens: black or blue and another coloured pen, such as green or red.
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7 Questions
Q1.
What does Mahayana mean?
Diamond Vehicle
Small Vehicle
Q2.
What texts do Mahayana Buddhists accept?
Only the Tripitaka
Q3.
What quality does Mahayana Buddhism stress?
Focus
Independence
Q4.
Whats is the main goal of Mahayana Buddhism?
To become a God
To become an Arhat
Q5.
Which famous Buddhist Philosopher is associated with Mahayana Buddhism?
Dalai Lama
The Buddha
Q6.
Zen Buddhism is a type of Mahayana Buddhism?
False
Q7.
In which country do you typically find Mahayana Buddhism?
India
Sri Lanka
7 Questions
Q1.
What does Vajrayana mean?
Greater Vehicle
Lesser Vehicle
Q2.
How many followers of Vajrayana Buddhism are there?
150 million
350 million
Q3.
Which Hindu religion has greatly influenced Vajrayana?
Theravada
Vedas
Q4.
Do Vajrayana Buddhists pray to gods?
No
Q5.
What quality does Vajrayana emphaise?
Desire
Honesty
Q6.
What is the goal of Vajrayana Buddhism?
To Become a God
To become an Arhat
Q7.
What is the title of the Tibetan Book of the Dead?
Mahayana Sutras
Tripitaka