Transcript Life in a Monastery

Teachers TV Document
Title
Buddhist Monks Power Point
Author
Azam Ali
Associated Teachers TV programmes
Teaching RE to Muslim Pupils: Studying Buddhism
Buddhist Monks
What is life like in a Monastery?
Why is it important to live such
a lifestyle?
From the
Inside
How do you feel about
being inside the circle?
What are your thoughts?
Try to see the world
through the
eyes of the person
inside the circle.
Apply your own views
and your own
ideas or beliefs
Compare or
Contrast with any
other views that
you may be aware
of…
From the
Outside…
Try to see the
world through
the
eyes of the
person
inside the
circle.
What can
we learn from
this religion?
Comments?
Questions?
Can even be
Critical!
Golden Rule:
Always respect the rights that others may
hold beliefs that may be different to yours!
What is a simple life?
• In their quest for enlightenment, Buddhist
Monks try to lead a simple lifestyle.
• How can you simplify your lifestyle?
• What sacrifices would you make?
Activity ONE
• Create a Newspaper Article on Life in a
Monastery.
• Think of an attention grabbing
headline.
• Include an interview with a Buddhist
Monk.