Buddhist Festivals (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Quizzes
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When is Wesak usually celebrated?
When is Wesak usually celebrated?
On the full moon in May
What three major events does Wesak commemorate?
What three major events does Wesak commemorate?
Birth, enlightenment, paranirvana
How is Wesak celebrated in Singapore?
How is Wesak celebrated in Singapore?
Caged birds & animals are released
What does light symbolise during Wesak?
What does light symbolise during Wesak?
Overcoming darkness, enlightenment, hope
When is Paranirvana Day celebrated and by which tradition?
When is Paranirvana Day celebrated and by which tradition?
February, Mahayana tradition
What theme does Paranirvana Day focus on?
What theme does Paranirvana Day focus on?
Impermanence
Which text is often read on Paranirvana Day?
Which text is often read on Paranirvana Day?
The Mahaparinirvana Sutra
Where do Buddhists traditionally pilgrimage on Paranirvana Day?
Where do Buddhists traditionally pilgrimage on Paranirvana Day?
Kushinagar in India
What are 'skilful actions' in Buddhism?
What are 'skilful actions' in Buddhism?
Good, ethical actions
How does kamma relate to punishment and reward?
How does kamma relate to punishment and reward?
People are not punished or rewarded
Which realm is considered best for gaining enlightenment?
Which realm is considered best for gaining enlightenment?
The human realm
What is kamma's role in Buddhist ethics?
What is kamma's role in Buddhist ethics?
Central to ethics & eightfold path