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Buddhism
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Dogma- a doctrine or body of doctrines
Vocabulary concerning faith or morals formally
stated and authoritatively proclaimed by
a church
Meditation- the act of meditating, which
is to engage in contemplation or
reflection or to engage in mental
exercise for the purpose of reaching a
heightened level of spiritual awareness
Nirvana- a state of utmost bliss, sought
in Buddhism through the extinction of
desire and individual consequences
Buddhism
Beliefs
Nothing is fixed or permanent
Actions have consequences
Change is possible
Teaches practical methods to
transform experiences – most
often through meditation
People are taught to be fully
responsible for their lives and to
develop the qualities of wisdom
and compassion
Buddhism
Even
though
there are
different Non-violence
forms of
Buddhis
Lack of Dogma
m they Tolerance of Differences
are all
characte
Practice of Meditation
rized by
the same
values-
these
Places of Worship
Their lifestyle is
shaped to support
their spiritual practice,
to live a simple and
meditative life and to
attain Nirvana.
http://www.prayerflags.com/
Your Assignment-
Create your own prayer flag
The traditional colors are yellow, green, red,
white, blue representing the elements:
earth, water, fire, cloud, sky
These flags will be displayed during this unit
so include wishes/hopes/thoughts that you
are comfortable sharing
When you have completed your flag
please write about the experience in your
journal. If finished early your group may
discuss as well.