Year 7 - Religious education
Buddhist Dhamma
Dharma: how is this interpreted and put into action?
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will investigate how the concept of dharma is interpeted by Hindus, Sikhs and Buddhists. They will examine the concept of the Hindu worldview as Sanatana Dharma and how this links to rta. From that they will explore Buddha and Sikh dharma noting differences.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain the meaning of the Buddhist Dhamma and why it is important for Buddhists.
Key Notes
- The Buddhist Dhamma is the universal truth common to all individuals, at all times.
- The Universal Truths are anicca, anatta and dukkha.
- This truth was proclaimed by Siddhartha Gautama.
- Dhamma is contained within the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Buddha: refers to the historical Buddha who achieved enlightenment
- the Eightfold Path: the practices that can lead to the end of suffering and rebirth
- the Four Noble Truths: explanation of the Buddha's teachings on suffering
- the Universal Truths: refers to a truth or belief that relates to all beings within the world and beyond
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- The Buddha is God.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
The Buddhist Dhamma is the universal truth common to all individuals, at all times. The Universal Truths are anicca, anatta and dukkha.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'Buddha'
refers to the historical Buddha who achieved enlightenment.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: The Buddha is God. Correction: The Buddha is a historical figure.
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