1. Review the PowerPoint (as well as the In-Depth PowerPoint) and take notes. These will count as part of your "Summary of Significant Findings"
2. Task: Identify and explore the various sacred texts associated with Buddhism.
- Theravada scripture: the Pali Canon/Tripitaka (Vinaya Pitaka, Sutta Pitaka and Abidharma Pitaka). These are considered the “authoritative” Buddhist scriptures.
- Mahayana scripture: the Lotus.
- Vajrayana: Tibetan Book of the Dead.
Question: HOW am I supposed to complete this? What other resources will I need?
Answer: Here is the suggested way to approach the assignment:
1. Research background information on each group of sacred texts. (Note: a)Below are some suggested links. b) when looking at the Pali Canon, we will focus on the Dhammapada)
- http://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/kn/dhp/dhp.intro.budd.html
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lotus_Sutra
- https://www.theosophical.org/publications/1452
2. You will need to complete the following:
- Dhammapada: Read the introduction. As you are reading, you will notice that it has selected some specific sutras. I would use these,however, if you want to select another chapter - then go for it! For your selection you will complete the APPARTS handout.
- Lotus Sutra: Read the following selections and answer the document based questions
- Tibetan Book of the Dead: We will watch a documentary (don't worry)
- You will also need to complete the assignment on the 2nd to last slide on the linked powerpoint (located at the top of this post) (please disregard any instructions to email your work to Ms. Jolley - it is now out there; I'm a fake. A poor excuse for an instructor. May you have mercy on my soul.......)
3. Make sure you include a reflection/evaluation (why are these texts significant? Are there any connections between the texts and rituals/doctrines and beliefs/moral conduct? Why would these texts still be important to a Buddhist today? Your own thoughts/insight)
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