The Sangha
In today's lesson, we will be looking at the Sangha. Buddhism has a tradition of monks and nuns. Why might some join a monastery and what might life look like for a monk or nun?
The Sangha
In today's lesson, we will be looking at the Sangha. Buddhism has a tradition of monks and nuns. Why might some join a monastery and what might life look like for a monk or nun?
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Key learning points
- The journey towards enlightenment.
- Why some renounce the world and seek deep discovery.
- How the Sanha provides support and protection for this journey.
- Controversy in how monks and nuns have dedicated their lives.
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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This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.
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6 Questions
Q1.
Do Buddhists worship the Buddha?
Yes
Q2.
Where is prayer most common?
Europe, the Americas, Australia, New Zealand
Q3.
What is a Puja in Buddhism?
A special prayer
An offering to God
Q4.
Which of these is a mantra?
Dhammapada
Dukkha
Q5.
Why do Buddhists bow to the Buddha?
Because he is their God
Because they think he is the most important person in the world
Q6.
What does a vihara symbolise?
How humans suffer
Nirvana
7 Questions
Q1.
Which of these is one of the Four Noble Truths?
Anicca (Impermanence)
Refrain from using any intoxicating substances
Q2.
What does renunciation in Buddhism mean?
Rejecting your identity
Rejecting your religion
Q3.
What does monastic mean?
A pathway to Nirvana
A type of suffering
Q4.
Which term is used for a Buddhist nun?
Arhat
Bhikkhu
Q5.
What does Sangha mean?
Monastery
Teaching
Q6.
What term is used for people who wish to seriously follow the teachings of the Buddha?
Four Noble Truths
Seekers
Q7.
Which of these are not one of the Three Jewels of Buddhism?
The Dhamma
The Sangha