Special Interest Pathways
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Origin stories across traditions
Compare and contrast Buddhist cosmological narratives with at least two other creation stories (Abrahamic, indigenous,...
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The role and meaning of Buddhist symbols
Analyze Buddhist iconography and symbolism, and differentiate the characteristic visual elements associated with different Buddhist...
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Ritual in daily activities
Categorize ritual practices across Buddhist traditions according to their functions (purification, mindfulness cultivation, merit generation),...
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Challenging assumptions and conventions
Evaluate invalid assumptions and harmful dogmas, and generate skillful responses to challenge them using discriminating...
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Cultivating peace through understanding
Analyze Buddhism's characteristics compared to Abrahamic, indigenous, and other world religions; evaluate different conceptual frameworks...
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Generating compassion for all beings
Analyze the nature of karuna/compassion; guide unscripted meditation practices to generate this quality; and implement...
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Applying confident optimism in creative activity and in life
Analyze the Buddhist concept of saddha by tracing the three traditional steps of developing confidence...
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Making art with all five senses
Explore different art materials through the five senses by touching, smelling, and observing colors and...
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Turning mistakes into creative discoveries
Practice mindful art-making by focusing completely on one activity at a time, noticing when their...
