The *Paramita* of *Dana*/Generosity

Business & Economics

  • 422CThe Paramita of Dana/Generosity
    Analyze the role of generosity in Buddhist Jataka tales and compare with contemporary examples, evaluate how story characters demonstrate caga (generous heart) versus mere obligation, and create multimedia presentations teaching younger students about generosity through narrative.
  • 422DThe Paramita of Dana/Generosity
    Design personal experiments to test how generous actions affect mental states and relationships. Analyze the relationship between attachment and giving through systematic self-observation. Develop strategies for overcoming internal barriers to generosity.
  • 422EThe Paramita of Dana/Generosity
    Differentiate between ordinary giving and transcendent generosity (dana) that expects nothing in return; analyze how the quality of mind (caga) influences the spiritual impact of generous acts; and design a practice of multi-dimensional giving that cultivates non-attachment while addressing the varied but specific needs of others.
  • 130EMeasures of Wealth
    Analyze how conventional definitions of wealth based solely on material accumulation can lead to dukkha and competitive harm; evaluate alternative measures of success that incorporate ecological sustainability, community wellbeing, and psychological health; and synthesize understanding by designing career pathways that embody right livelihood principles while demonstrating how redefining wealth creates conditions for both personal contentment and collective benefit.

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