Comparative Religion
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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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Cultivating peace through understanding
Analyze Buddhism's characteristics compared to Abrahamic, indigenous, and other world religions; evaluate different conceptual frameworks...
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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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Buddhist monastic traditions across cultures
Analyze the historical development and contemporary roles of monastic communities across Buddhist traditions, evaluate the...
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How the historical Buddha promoted equality
Analyze the radical nature of the Buddha's teachings on caste, and evaluate their significance within...
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Historic and modern challenges to the propagation of Buddhism
Analyze factors contributing to Buddhism's decline historically, and create strategies to preserve dharma traditions in...
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Admiring the noble qualities and deeds of Buddhist heroes
Analyze the biographical narratives of at least five Buddhist heroes from diverse cultural and historical...
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Understanding the Buddha through stories and celebrations
Explore the Buddha's story through songs, drawings, and movement activities that celebrate his birth, his...
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Following the Buddha's journey from prince to teacher
Retell the Buddha's life story in chronological order from birth to enlightenment; identify the four...
