Community Structure and Member Relationships (Leaving Cert Religious Education): Quizzes
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Which Buddhist tradition uses hierarchical monastic systems with clear leadership roles?
Which Buddhist tradition uses hierarchical monastic systems with clear leadership roles?
Theravada Buddhism
How are major decisions made in Theravada monasteries despite their hierarchical structure?
How are major decisions made in Theravada monasteries despite their hierarchical structure?
Collectively by the community
What are the Abbott's two main responsibilities in Theravada monasteries?
What are the Abbott's two main responsibilities in Theravada monasteries?
Administrative duties & spiritual guidance
What forms a fundamental principle in Theravada communities?
What forms a fundamental principle in Theravada communities?
Respect for seniority
What is a bodhisattva in Tibetan Buddhism?
What is a bodhisattva in Tibetan Buddhism?
An enlightened being who helps others
What does the Dalai Lama's role emphasise?
What does the Dalai Lama's role emphasise?
Guidance over control
Since what year has the current Dalai Lama lived in exile in India?
Since what year has the current Dalai Lama lived in exile in India?
1959
What does the Dalai Lama's influence stem from?
What does the Dalai Lama's influence stem from?
Spiritual wisdom & moral authority
What is the purpose of the Irish Buddhist Union?
What is the purpose of the Irish Buddhist Union?
Coordinate groups & foster communication
How are new members paired with mentors in modern Buddhist centres?
How are new members paired with mentors in modern Buddhist centres?
With experienced practitioners same gender
What do modern Western Buddhist groups combine?
What do modern Western Buddhist groups combine?
Traditional structures & innovations
What is the purpose of community structures across all Buddhist traditions?
What is the purpose of community structures across all Buddhist traditions?
Support personal development