Religion & Belief System

Quarter 4
Lesson 10: Mahayana Buddhism

Rey Arlex N. Esmael Humss 11-4

Activity 1: Picture analysis
This picture called as a Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism in Northern buddhism are
forms of Buddhism, a spiritual religion and philosophy. Buddha laid out the fundamental
principles of nature that ruled the human condition. After his enlightenment the Buddha
delivered his first sermon and set the framework for his teachings, consisting of the Four
Noble Truths. He taught that these Four Noble Truths were the way people should
frame their experiences.
Activity 2
3. What aspects of Mahayana Buddhism make it more appealing from Theravada Buddhism?
Mahayana buddhism promotes the enlightenment of all beings, not just the individual. mahanaya places
more emphasis on chanting rather than silence and mindful meditation which Theravada buddhism is
known for. Dharma teachings in Theravada is strictly in Pali while some teachings of Mahayana
Buddhism can be translated into the local language / dialect - this makes it easier for the people to
understand and also makes it more appealing to them.
4. How do you think Mahayana Buddhism’s concept of Bodhisattva contributed to it
being one of the most successful missionary religions in the world? Mahayana
Buddhism's Concept of Bodhisattva contributed to it being one of the most successful
missionary religions in the world because of its selfless characteristic of helping others to
achieve enlightenment. Bodhisattva is a person who is already bound to reach Nirvana but
chooses to stay in the cycle of life or samsara in order to save those who are still suffering. In
doing so, Mahayana Buddhism's Concept of Bodhisattva puts greater emphasis on seeking
enlightenment not only for one's self but also for all sentient beings.

True or False:

6. True
7. False
8. True
9. True
10. True