2.3.6

Core Belief

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Core Belief

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No Brahman

  • Unlike Hindu Dharma, Buddhism does not teach belief in Brahman (the ultimate reality).
  • The Buddha did not focus on gods. He focused on understanding yourself and reducing suffering.
  • He taught that everything changes. Peace comes from seeing the world clearly, not from worshipping a god.
  • Instead of looking outward for truth, Buddhists look to their own minds and actions.
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Self-transformation

  • Buddhism teaches that people can self-transform.
    • Self-transformation means changing your thoughts, actions, and feelings to become wiser and kinder.
  • People must understand how their mind works, so they can let go of greed, anger, and ignorance.
  • Living ethically and mindfully leads to inner peace. It helps others live in harmony.
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Wisdom and ethical practice

  • Wisdom (Prajna) → life is always changing. Clinging to things causes suffering.
  • Ethical practice (Sila) → acting with kindness, honesty, and respect for all living beings.
  • Wisdom and ethics guide Buddhists towards nirvana, where suffering ends.
  • People can find truth and peace through their own actions, not by believing in a god.
  • Buddhism encourages people to take responsibility for their own spiritual journey.

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1Year 7

1.1Origins of Abrahamic Faith

1.2Judaism

1.3Christianity

1.4Disciplinary Knowledge

2Year 8

2.1Islam

2.2Hindu Dharma (Hinduism)

2.3Buddhism

2.4Sikhi

2.5Atheism

2.6Philosophy of Religion

2.7Disciplinary Knowledge

3Year 9

3.1Life & Death

3.2Extremism

3.3Equality

4Additional Concepts

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