Buddhist Practices Fact Test Flashcards
What is the definition of puja? (1)
Worship- it expresses gratitude and respect for the Buddha and his teachings.
What are two different types of meditation? (2)
Samatha and Vipassana
Which type of worship involves reciting and repeating Buddhist scriptures? (1)
Chanting
Which type of statue is commonly used for meditation and can often be found as part of a shrine? (1)
Rupa- A statue of Buddha used in worship and meditation
Give three of the six perfections in the Mahayanan tradition. (3)
• Generosity or giving (dana)
• Morality (sila)
• Patience (kshanti)
• Energy (virya)
• Meditation (samadhi)
• Wisdom (prajna)
What is Wesak? (1)
A festival celebrating the life and teachings of Buddha
What name is given to a Buddhist monastery? [1 mark]
Vihara
Explain one element of a Buddhist funeral? (2)
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? (3)
Rupa, Flowers, water, candles, incense, fruit, bell, book of teachings
Name a Buddhist festival?(1)
Parinirvana Day
What is meant by a skilful act? (1)
Actions that lead to good Karma.
What is the common name for a Buddhist place of worship? (1)
A temple
Give three of the 5 moral precepts (3)
- 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? (1)
Breathing meditation focused on calming the mind and mindfulness.
Name the Three Jewels (3)
• The Buddha • The Dhamma • The Sangha