Image of the Human Person (Leaving Cert Religious Education): Flashcards
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Dharma in Buddhism
Dharma in Buddhism
Buddha's teachings & universal truths about existence
Fundamental tension in human condition (Buddhism)
Fundamental tension in human condition (Buddhism)
Bound by desires yet can achieve liberation
Why human life is precious (Buddhism)
Why human life is precious (Buddhism)
Only humans can escape the endless cycle of suffering
Buddha Nature
Buddha Nature
Inherent capacity for wisdom & compassion in all humans
Law of karma
Law of karma
Natural principle of cause & effect from our actions
What actions does karma concern?
What actions does karma concern?
Intentional actions: body, speech, or thoughts
Karma: divine punishment or natural principle?
Karma: divine punishment or natural principle?
Natural principle, not divine punishment/reward
Main monastic tradition in Buddhism
Main monastic tradition in Buddhism
Theravada tradition
Buddhist monks' lifestyle
Buddhist monks' lifestyle
Renunciation, simple living, study & meditation
The Five Precepts
The Five Precepts
Avoid: harm, stealing, lying, misusing senses, intoxication
Nature of Five Precepts (voluntary/commanded?)
Nature of Five Precepts (voluntary/commanded?)
Voluntary commitments, not commandments
Nirvana in Buddhism
Nirvana in Buddhism
Escape from suffering & cycle of birth, death, rebirth