Buddhism Practices Fact Test Flashcards
What is the definition of puja?
Worship- it expresses gratitude and respect for the Buddha and his teachings.
What are two different types of meditation?
Samatha and Vipassana.
Which type of worship involves reciting and repeating Buddhist scriptures?
Chanting.
Which type of statue is commonly used for meditation and can often be found as part of a shrine?
Rupa- A statue of Buddha used in worship and meditation.
Give three of the six perfections in the Mahayanan tradition:
. Generosity or giving (dana). · Morality (sila). · Patience (kshanti). · Energy (virya). · Meditation (samadhi). · Wisdom (prajna).
What is Wesak?
A festival celebrating the life and teachings of Buddha.
Which one of the following is a Buddhist monastery? A) Mala B) Vihara C) Rupa D) Mandala
B) Vihara
Explain one element of a Buddhist funeral:
Spend as little money as possible on funerals as they believe in reincarnation. Sky Burial this reflects a belief in anicca.
Give three features of a shrine:
Rupa, Flowers, water, candles, incense, fruit, bell, book of teachings.
Which one of the following is a Buddhist festival? A) Parinirvana B) Holi C) Anicca D) Dukkha
A) Parinirvana
What is meant by a skilful act?
Actions that lead to good Karma
What is the common name for a Buddhist place of worship?
A temple.
Give three of the 5 moral precepts:
- To abstain from taking life.
- To abstain from taking what is not given.
- To abstain from sexual misconduct.
- To abstain from wrong speech.
- To abstain from intoxicants.
What is the purpose of Samatha mediation?
Breathing meditation focused on calming the mind and mindfulness.
Name the Three Jewels:
. The Buddha.
. The Dhamma.
. The Sangha.
Explain two contrasting aims of meditation:
Stillness, focus/ samatha meditation- mindfulness, breathing.
Insight, the three marks of existence. Attainment of nirvana.
Why are devotional rituals carried out?
For a Buddhist to show their devotion to the Buddha.
What is the main purpose of a Buddhist temple?
A place for Buddhists to come together.
What are Malas?
Beads used to help focus and count the number of times scripture is repeated.
What is the main purpose of a Buddhist retreat?
They help them to practice meditation and remember the Buddha’s life.
Why do Buddhists use visualisation?
Buddhists use visualisation to deepen their meditation and their understanding of Buddhist teaching.
Why is Karma important in Buddhism?
It allows Buddhists to focus on their actions to move closer to enlightenment.
Why is chanting important?
Chanting is important because it enables focus in meditation.
Explain how the lay community contributes to the monastic community:
They provide alms. Donate money. By supporting the monastic community it means the monks do not have to work allowing them to focus on meditating.
Give two examples of Mudras:
Vitarka (teachinh), Varda (generosity), Dhyana (meditation), Anhava (Fearlessness).
Why must a monk refrain from handling money?
Monks need to give up such attachments- by handling money it could cause craving and distract from meditation.
Give three examples of items a monk might possess:
Alms bowl, razor, needle, water strainer.
Define Bhikkus:
A buddhist monk.
Define Bhikkunis
A buddhist nun.
Explain the concept of Karuna:
Karuna is compassion, a feeling of concern for the suffering of others. Buddhists should do something to make their lives better and ease suffering. One of the 4 sublime states.
Give two examples of how monks contribute to the community:
To teach children how to read and write, the vihara acts as a school. Teaching skills such as farming and building. The vihara can also act as a bank. Monks teach dhamma and lead worship.
