Buddhism Worksheet

Buddhism Worksheet

Complete the Material: Buddhism Worksheet.

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Write a 1- to 2-paragraph response for each of the following.

1. Explain the basic Buddhist teachings including the three marks of reality, the Four Noble Truths, and the Noble Eightfold Path.

2. Describe the three major Buddhist traditions—Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana—and how each tradition developed from the early teachings.
   

   Buddhism Presentation

   Part I 

   Discuss the branches of Buddhism.

   Share record the differences between the schools and resources .

   Decide, individually, which school you will focus on for this assignment.

   Part II

   Choose one of the following schools of Buddhism:

   • Theravada Buddhism
   • Mahayana Buddhism
   • Vajrayana Buddhism
   • Zen Buddhism–as a special school of Mahayana Buddhism
   • Additional topics in Buddhism may be assigned if more teams are present

   Write an individual paper of 700  to 1,050 words that addresses the following questions:

   • Summarize the history of Buddhism and the life of Buddha.
   • Explain the basic teachings of Buddhism.
   • Explain what makes the school of Buddhism you selected unique.

   Format citations and references consistent with APA guidelines.

   Current Issues Paper and Class Handout

   Choose one of the religions discussed in this course.

   Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper that addresses the following questions:

   • What are common characteristics the assigned religion shares with the others?
   • How is this religion responding to challenges in the modern world?
   • What has changed about the roles of women in the religion over time?

   Cite at least five references in addition to the textbook.

   Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

   Create a 1-page handout to summarize the key ideas of your paper. This can be a bulleted list with a short summary of your findings.