Buddhism Part 2 WR Edition Mr. C Productions
Do Now- To be graded 1. What does Buddha mean? 2. What does nirvana mean? 3. Please write at least 2 of the 4 Noble Truths. Please describe them in detail.
Introduction to today’s lesson A video about Buddhism from actor, Keanu Reeves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=226w04QM PzQ
Pali Canon and Triple Gem Pali Canon- collection of ancient scripture writings preserved in Pali language in India. Triple Gem- it is for Theravada followers: 1. Buddha, 2. Dharma, and 3. Sangha (Community). Dharma can help end suffering. It leads to immediate calmness. Sanga tells us to share the dharma and spread it.
Buddhist Monasteries They are the center of village life. They are open for the public. Saffron robes are worn. They have shaved heads and alms bowls.
Dalali Lama on Life https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIneRm-St7M
Life in a monastery https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1cBm8RnIZ8&t=151s
Buddhist Monk’s secrets https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkoOCw_tp1I
Buddhist nuns and Meditation Buddhist nuns are uncommon in Southeast Asia and receive very little support. Samatha- Calm meditation. Vipassana- Insight meditation.
Physical effects of samatha https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=biP1JDf_MyM
Vipassana Meditation in a prison https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouL_i6DLBc0
More about Mahayana Both wisdom and compassion are emphasized. Mahayana literature and scripture is in Sanskrit. They believe in religious experience.
Bodhisattvas It means one that is dedicated to liberating others from suffering. They practice ten perfections which include: determination, generosity, morality, wisdom, kindness, energy and effort to name a few. The most popular is Avalokiteshvara.
Reflection Please write a paragraph on why or why not you think meditation is a benefit for our health. Also in your response, out of the two Buddhist meditations you learned today: Which one would you use and why? After you’re done writing your response, please discuss with a classmate.