Activity 4: DRAW THE SYMBOL
Directions: Based from your understanding of the discussion presented, draw a thing that best symbolizes Theravada Buddhism. More so, in three (3) to five (5) sentences explain the reason/s of why did you choose this thing as its symbolism.
Directions: Based from your understanding of the discussion presented, draw a thing that best symbolizes Theravada Buddhism. More so, in three (3) to five (5) sentences explain the reason/s of why did you choose this thing as its symbolism.
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Theravada Buddhism
For me the Buddha statue in a meditation posture is one of the best symbols that can be drawn in relation to Theravada Buddhism. I chose the illustration linked to the answer since it is also easy to draw.
Theravada Buddhism refers to one of the oldest and most conservative branches of Buddhism. It is mainly practiced in Southeast Asia, particularly in Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand and Cambodia. It emphasizes the individual's pursuit of enlightenment through understanding the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path with the ultimate goal of attaining nirvana.
Nirvana in Buddhism is the ultimate state of enlightenment and liberation from suffering. It is a state of complete peace, happiness, and freedom from all mental and emotional suffering. Ang essential practices ng Theravada ay may tatlong kategorya, ang sila, samadhi, at panna.
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