Cultural Wisdom
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Respectful inquiry and discussion about beliefs
Design thoughtful, respectful questions to investigate others' beliefs and lineage, balancing confidence, tact, and humility,...
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Recognizing reliable sources of dharma
Analyze what is presented as buddhadharma by evaluating its source and differentiating its key characteristics...
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Languages related to Buddhism
Analyze the evolution of dharma transmission across linguistic boundaries from Magadhi Prakrit to contemporary languages;...
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The individuals who helped preserve and propagate the dharma over time
Compare and contrast the contributions of at least three significant Buddhist patrons across different historical...
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History of the spread of Buddhism
Trace and analyze the geographical and cultural spread of Buddhism from ancient India to contemporary...
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Honoring the Buddha, bodhisattvas, and teachers through prose and poetry
Actively pay homage and express gratitude to those who have taught, guided, and transmitted wisdom—showing...
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The methods and responsibilities of lineage traditions
Compare how the three main Buddhist traditions (Theravada, Mahayana, Vajrayana) pass down teachings, evaluating the...
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Buddhist monastic traditions across cultures
Analyze the historical development and contemporary roles of monastic communities across Buddhist traditions, evaluate the...
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Relating to Arya beings
Analyze the qualities of noble beings, evaluate which qualities to cultivate personally, and create strategies...
