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GCSE Religious Studies · key term
A Buddhist discourse about the greatest blessings, including honouring worthy people, generosity, ethical conduct and listening to the Dhamma.
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Specification 2.6* · Paper 2
Revise: PujaThe Mangala Sutta presents the Buddha’s answer to a question about the greatest blessings. It includes ‘to honor those who are worthy of honor’, generosity, gratitude and listening to the Dhamma. These teachings help explain the purpose of puja: honouring the Buddha, giving offerings and learning from teachings can express these values.
Specification 3.6* · Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3
A Buddhist discourse explaining the greatest blessings through qualities and actions such as respect, generosity, learning and wise conduct.
Use the Mangala Sutta to explain respect, generosity and learning the Dhamma. It is not a set of instructions for performing puja.
Use the Mangala Sutta to explain the relationship between devotion and ethical living, not as a set of instructions for performing a ceremony.
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In the Mangala Sutta, a deity asks the Buddha to explain the greatest blessing. His answer includes associating with the wise and honouring those worthy of honour. This supports the respect shown in puja and the value of learning within a Buddhist community.
