Ritual
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The practice of saving lives
Evaluate the Buddhist practice of life release within contemporary ecological contexts, analyze the ethical complexities...
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Symbolic gestures of great meaning
Demonstrate basic symbolic gestures (mudras) common across Buddhist traditions, and analyze the meaning and purpose...
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Definition and purpose of chanting mantra
Identify the function of mantra practice within Buddhist meditation traditions. Analyze how the *prajnaparamita* mantra...
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Learning about special activities that bring us together
Demonstrate simple daily rituals by practicing altar care and classroom ceremonies; show respect for sacred...
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Creating structure for daily practice
Analyze various ritual forms that support personal practice, and design simple rituals that effectively guide...
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Learning about rituals from different cultures
Research ritual traditions across Buddhist cultures and contemporary communities; analyze how rituals adapt to different...
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Discovering how rituals create sacred space and community
Practice various ritual elements through hands-on experience with altar keeping, candle lighting, and group ceremonies;...
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Developing personal and group ritual practices
Examine personal relationship with ritual and sacred practice through sustained contemplative experiment, analyzing how different...
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Creating peaceful spaces together
Create and maintain classroom sacred spaces through hands-on altar keeping, flower arranging, and candle care;...
