The Buddha through the eyes of devotees
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain multiple ways the Buddha is significant to devotees.
Key learning points
- Some Buddhists use the Buddha as a role model.
- The Buddha was a teacher that taught important teachings (dhamma), including answering some key philosophical questions.
- The Buddha is the third of the three jewels.
- The Buddha image (Buddharupa) is an important part of Buddhist worship.
- The Jataka tales contain important messages.
Keywords
Jataka tales - the Jataka tales are a collection of stories about the past lives of the Buddha
Buddharupa - a statue or model of an enlightened being
Devotee - a strong believer
Common misconception
Devotees worship the Buddharupa.
The Buddharupa is a focal point and reminder of the Buddha's great qualities and ability to attain enlightenment.
Teacher tip
The teacher could extend the learning on Buddharupas and look at different mudras. Students could explore the meanings behind the different hand poses.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.In which country would you find the village of Lumbini?
Q2.In Buddhism, what is the site of Bodh Gaya famous for?
Q3.'Bodh Gaya' means 'place of '.
Q4.Why do most Buddhists practice meditation?
Q5.In which continent are you most likely to see huge statues of the Buddha?
Q6.Why are there different interpretations of Siddhartha Gautama's life story?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Which word means 'a statue or model of an enlightened being'?
Q2.What is the name of the Buddhist collection of stories about the past lives of the Buddha?
Q3.What is a devotee?
Q4.What does the story of the monkey king teach Buddhists about how to behave?
Q5.Why might Buddharupas be used by Buddhists?
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