Studies of Religion
Buddhism 22 indicative hours
The focus of this study is Buddhism, one of the major religious traditions, as a living religious system.
Syllabus Outcomes: P3 investigates religious traditions and belief systems P4 examines significant aspects of religious traditions P5 describes the influence of religious traditions in the life of adherents P6 selects and uses relevant information about religion from a variety of sources P7 undertakes effective research about religion, making appropriate use of time and resources P8 uses appropriate terminology related to religion and belief systems P9 effectively communicates information, ideas and issues using appropriate written, oral and graphic forms
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The focus of this study is Buddhism, one of the major religious traditions, as a living religious system.
Syllabus Outcomes: P3 investigates religious traditions and belief systems P4 examines significant aspects of religious traditions P5 describes the influence of religious traditions in the life of adherents P6 selects and uses relevant information about religion from a variety of sources P7 undertakes effective research about religion, making appropriate use of time and resources P8 uses appropriate terminology related to religion and belief systems P9 effectively communicates information, ideas and issues using appropriate written, oral and graphic forms
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Bibliography: Breyer, M. Ancient Civilizations Brain Teasers. Hawker Brownlow: Australia, 1999. Eliade, M. Essential Sacred Writings from Around the World, Harper Collins, San Francisco, 1992 Farrington, K Morrissey, Mudge, et al. Living Religion (3rd Ed.). Pearson Longmans: Australia, 2005. Seven Years In Tibet (1997) Kundun (1997)