Buddhism Worksheet and Paper

Part 1

Write a 90- to 100-word response for each of the following:

1. Explain the basic Buddhist teachings, including the three marks of reality, the Four Noble Truths, and the Noble Eightfold Path.

2. Describe the three major Buddhist traditions-Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana-and how each tradition developed from the early teachings.

Part 2

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper for Mahayana Buddhism that addresses the following:

• Summarize the history of Buddhism and the life of Buddha.
• Explain the basic teachings and moral aspects of Buddhism.
• Explain what makes the school of Buddhism you selected unique

Format citations and references consistent with course-level APA guidelines.