Buddhism: Rituals of Death & Mourning (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Quizzes
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What determines a person's next rebirth in Buddhism?
What determines a person's next rebirth in Buddhism?
The karma accumulated during their life
What Buddhist teaching does death remind us of?
What Buddhist teaching does death remind us of?
Impermanence (anicca)
Why are bodies typically cremated in Buddhism?
Why are bodies typically cremated in Buddhism?
Following the example set by Gautama Buddha
What do skilful actions lead to in Buddhism?
What do skilful actions lead to in Buddhism?
Happiness
In which countries is Theravada Buddhism predominantly practised?
In which countries is Theravada Buddhism predominantly practised?
Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar
In which life cycle event do monks play a crucial role in Theravada Buddhism?
In which life cycle event do monks play a crucial role in Theravada Buddhism?
Death rites
When do monks visit relatives' homes after a death in Theravada Buddhism?
When do monks visit relatives' homes after a death in Theravada Buddhism?
One week, three months, and one year
What do Theravada Buddhists believe about rebirth after death?
What do Theravada Buddhists believe about rebirth after death?
Immediate rebirth occurs
Where is Mahayana Buddhism predominantly practised?
Where is Mahayana Buddhism predominantly practised?
China, Japan, S. Korea, Vietnam, Mongolia, Bhutan
What do relatives whisper into a dying person's ear in Mahayana Buddhism?
What do relatives whisper into a dying person's ear in Mahayana Buddhism?
The Buddha's name
How long can the stages of rebirth take in Mahayana Buddhism?
How long can the stages of rebirth take in Mahayana Buddhism?
Up to 49 days (seven weeks)
Why is sky burial practised in Tibet?
Why is sky burial practised in Tibet?
Mountainous terrain & scarcity of firewood
What does sky burial symbolise in Tibetan Buddhism?
What does sky burial symbolise in Tibetan Buddhism?
Impermanence and generosity