GCSE Religious Studies: Buddhist Beliefs and the Four Noble Truths

Categories: GCSE, Religious Studies
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About Course

An exam-focused course on Buddhist beliefs and teachings for GCSE Religious Studies in England: the life of the Buddha and its significance, the Dhamma, dependent arising, the Three Marks of Existence, the Four Noble Truths, the Three Poisons, nibbana, the Eightfold Path and the Threefold Way – with key terms, worked exam answers and common mistakes.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Explain the significance of key events in the Buddha's life, including the Four Sights and the Enlightenment
  • Define and apply the Three Marks of Existence and dependent arising
  • Explain the Four Noble Truths, the Three Poisons and interpretations of nibbana
  • Link the Eightfold Path to the Threefold Way and write developed exam answers

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • The Life of the Buddha and Its Significance
  • Dhamma, Dependent Arising and the Three Marks of Existence
  • The Four Noble Truths and the Three Poisons
  • The Eightfold Path and Exam Technique

For grown-ups
Sources and further reading for parents, carers and teachers.

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