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Buddhism in the West
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Lesson goal:
The three refuges &
To understand impact of Buddhism on Western society.
Lesson goal achieved?
What is the impact of Buddhism on Western society?
Three Jewels
Buddha
Dhamma
Sangha
Devotion to the three jewels is called the three refuges (you seek comfort and safety in these three). P.59
Dalai Lama
- What does a Dalai Lama do?
- What is the name of the present Dalai Lama?
- Where does he live and why there?
- What is the political situation in Tibet at the moment?
- How does a next Dalai Lama get picked?
- What does China have to say about the future of the Dalai Lama?
Assignment
1. List as many things you know that could be considered to be Buddhist in your surroundings.
2. Do you suppose Buddhism plays an important role in our Western society? Why (not)?
3.What do you suppose are the biggest differences between Western and original Buddhism?
4. Why do you suppose many Westerners feel attracted to Buddhism?
Western Buddhist Teachers
Noah Levine Timber Hawkeye
Assignment: note down what you consider to be Western about their teachings.