places of worship

Question 1

shrine

Answer 1

a place regarded as holy or is linked to a holy person or object

Question 2

vihara

Answer 2

a theravada temple-monastery

Question 3

offering

Answer 3

something given as a part of worship

Question 4

offerings and what they symbolise
flowers?
candles?
water?
fruit?
incense?

Answer 4

flower- anicca
candles- enlightenment
water- purity and calm
fruit- karma
incense- the dharma

Question 5

features of mahayana temples

Answer 5

hondo- hall containing sacred objects
kodo- lecture hall
pagoda- monument
bonsho- bell used to summon priests to pray
accommodation- for priests and their families

Question 6

features of theravada temples

Answer 6

shrine room
accommodation for monks and nuns
stupa
bodhi tree
ordination hall

Question 7

importance

Answer 7

provide services to local community
hose sacred objects
cemeteries are found in temples

Question 8

why are shrines important

Answer 8

vital for worship and devotional rituals (puja)
many buddhists prioritise home shrines over temple visits
can remind buddhist of key teachings
can be a quiet place to meditate or chant