Buddhist Festivals (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Quizzes
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When is Wesak usually celebrated?
When is Wesak usually celebrated?
On a full moon in May
Which three events in Buddha's life does Wesak commemorate?
Which three events in Buddha's life does Wesak commemorate?
Birth, enlightenment, paranirvana
What do released caged birds symbolise during Wesak in Singapore?
What do released caged birds symbolise during Wesak in Singapore?
Liberation from past troubles
What does light represent during Wesak celebrations?
What does light represent during Wesak celebrations?
Overcoming darkness & enlightenment
In which month is Paranirvana Day celebrated?
In which month is Paranirvana Day celebrated?
February
What is the main theme of Paranirvana Day?
What is the main theme of Paranirvana Day?
Impermanence
Which text describing Buddha's last days is often read on Paranirvana Day?
Which text describing Buddha's last days is often read on Paranirvana Day?
Mahaparinirvana Sutra
Where is the traditional pilgrimage site on Paranirvana Day?
Where is the traditional pilgrimage site on Paranirvana Day?
Kushinagar in India
What does kamma explain?
What does kamma explain?
How ethical actions lead to joy/pain
What do skilful actions lead to according to Buddhist teachings?
What do skilful actions lead to according to Buddhist teachings?
Happiness
Which realm is considered best for gaining enlightenment?
Which realm is considered best for gaining enlightenment?
The human realm
Right action is a key element of which Buddhist concept?
Right action is a key element of which Buddhist concept?
The eightfold path