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Buddhism Flashcards

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What is Puja?

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Acts of worship

A central practice in Buddhism involving various forms of devotion.

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Define Vihara.

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Temple with living accommodation for monks or nuns

Viharas serve as both places of worship and residence.

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What is the central place of worship for Buddhists called?

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Temple

Temples are significant sites for communal worship.

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What is a Pagoda?

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Multiple rooved building often containing relics

Pagodas are characteristic of Mahayana architecture.

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Define Stupa.

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Mound shaped monument often with relics

Stupas are important for commemorating the Buddha.

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What does Triratna refer to?

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The three jewels (Buddha, dhamma, sangha)

These represent the core values of Buddhism.

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What is a Gompa?

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A Tibetan building which is a place of learning and meditation/worship

Gompas often serve as universities for Buddhist study.

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What is a Shrine in Buddhism?

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A place with a statue/image of Buddha, a focus for puja

Offerings are placed here as acts of devotion.

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What are Buddharrupas?

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Statues of the Buddha

These statues can depict various aspects of the Buddha’s life.

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What type of tree is the Bodhi Tree?

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Fig tree

The Buddha gained enlightenment under this tree.

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Define Meditation.

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Calming and focussing the mind to help achieve true understanding

A fundamental practice in Buddhism for spiritual growth.

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What is Samatha meditation?

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Meditation to concentrate the mind/achieve mindfulness

It is aimed at developing mental focus.

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What does Metta Bhavana meditation focus on?

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Meditation on loving kindness to all beings

It cultivates compassion and goodwill.

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What is Vipassana meditation?

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Meditation on the teachings of the Buddha

This form of meditation emphasizes insight and understanding.

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Define Zazen meditation.

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Seated meditation aimed at revealing our Buddha nature

It focuses on the present moment.

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What is Mindfulness breathing?

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Meditation that focusses on the experience of breathing

It enhances awareness of the present.

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What is Chanting in Buddhism?

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Repeating key sounds, words or passages

Used to prepare for meditation or as a form of devotion.

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What is a Mantra?

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A collection of sacred words or syllables repeated as a form of Buddhist practice

Mantras are believed to hold spiritual power.

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Fill in the blank: Sacred _______ are mantras which hold meaning and dhamma in syllable.

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syllables

These syllables are important in meditation practices.

20
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What is Visualisation in meditation?

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Seeing something in your mind

It can involve focusing on a bodhisattva or Buddha.

21
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What are Mala beads used for?

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A string of beads to help you count recitations

They assist in maintaining focus during practice.

22
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What is a Retreat in Buddhism?

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Period of time away from ordinary life to focus on meditation

Retreats provide an environment for deepening practice.

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What is Wesak?

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A festival to celebrate Buddha’s birthday, death and enlightenment

Observed in Theravada Buddhism.

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Define Vassa.

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The 3 month rain retreat spent in meditation and study

It is a significant time for monastic communities.

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What is Kathina?

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Festival to celebrate the end of Vassa

Laity give to monks and nuns in thanks.

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What are Upsotha days?

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Days to focus and cleanse the mind

They are dedicated to the Dhamma.

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What does Paranibbana day celebrate?

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Buddha’s death and enlightenment

This is an important observance in Mahayana Buddhism.

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What is Hanamatsuri?

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Japanese festival of flowers to celebrate Buddha’s birthday

It is observed in Mahayana traditions.

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What is Obon?

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Japanese 3 day festival of the dead to honour ancestors

This festival reflects respect for lineage.

30
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What is Lama Tsong Khapa Day?

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A Tibetan festival to celebrate the enlightenment of Lama Tsong Khapa

He is the founder of a Tibetan Buddhist tradition.

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What are Mourning Rituals?

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Activities and ceremonies which take place after someone’s death

They vary across cultures and traditions.

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What does the Tibetan Book of the Dead describe?

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The states between death and re-birth

It serves as a guide for the deceased.

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What is a Tibetan Sky Burial?

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Tibetan funeral where the body is left exposed on a mountain side

This practice reflects beliefs about the impermanence of life.

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