The Three Jewels

Question 1

Buddha

Answer 1

Most important of the three
Buddha means original teacher
Any human can follow the path to enlightenment
Buddha Principle- refers to enlightened followers and teachers who guide and inspire others

Question 2

Why is Buddha one of the three Jewels

Answer 2

-He’s seen as a role model that helps them achieve enlightenment
-His journey makes others realise the ultimate truth and shows that all Buddhists can achieve enlightenment

Question 3

What is the Dharma?

Answer 3

-Teachings of the Buddha (sacred scripture of Buddhism called tripitaka)
-speaks the teachings of the Buddha (three baskets of wisdom)
-1 discipline basket (monk rulebook)
-2 teaching basket (experiences of Buddha)
-3 higher doctrine basket (explanation of teachings)

Question 4

Why is the Dharma one of the three jewels?

Answer 4

Widens Buddhists knowledge of the true reality and is a pathway to enlightenment

Question 5

What is the Sangha?

Answer 5

The Buddhist community
-Gives a sense of community and purpose
-they recite their beliefs and codes of conduct