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BUDDHISM
ED 101 – PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
Prepared by:
JOHNNY CARL D. DULALIA
PRAYER
BUDDHISM
ED 101
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
Prepared by:
JOHNNY CARL D. DULALIA
JOHNNY CARL D. DULALIA
Salvacion, Anini-y, Antique
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
AMA Computer College – Iloilo (S.Y. 2011)
Certificate in Teaching
University of Antique – Sibalom Campus
Former Instructor
Advance Central College
(SY 2012-2016)
Currently Employed
San Roque-Ezpeleta National High School
Teacher II – Senior High School Department
National Certificate
Trainers Methodologies Level I
Visual Graphics Design NC III ( Assessor)
Computer Hardware Servicing NC II
Food and Beverage Services NCII
Housekeeping NCII
Tourism Promotion Services NCII
PRESENTER’S BACKGROUND
BUDDHISM
ED 101
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
Prepared by:
JOHNNY CARL D. DULALIA
REFLECTION
Buddha was asked,
“What have you gained from
meditation?”
He replied, “Nothing! However.
Buddha said, Let me tell you what I
lost: Anger, Anxiety, Depression,
Insecurity, Fear of Old age, and
Death.”
Questions
1. What is BUDDHISM?
2. Is it a Religion? Or Philosophy?
Buddhism is a philosophy, a
moral code, and, for some a
religious faith which originated
2,500 years ago in India. It
offers a diagnosis of the
suffering of mankind and
provides a formula for
individuals to resolve that
suffering.
“It is more of a way of life than a
religion.”
• Buddhism is a nontheistic religion or
philosophy
• It encompasses a variety of
traditions, beliefs, and spiritual
practices largely based on teaching
attributed to Gautama Buddha
• Commonly known as Buddha
• Gautama Buddha, also known as
Siddhartha Gautama Shakyamuni or
simply the Buddha
• He was founder of the Buddhism
• The word Buddha means “awakened
one” or “ the enlighten one”.
SIDDHARTA GAUTAMA THE PRINCE
• Was born into the feudal kingdom of
the Sakya clan where the Gautama
family ruled
• Lived a luxurious life without any
hardships
• His father protected/shielded him
from contact with ugliness, sickness ,
old age and death.
• Married at sixteen to a woman named
Yasodhara and soon had a son
• Siddhartha in his early twenties
became discontented.
Why?
The FOUR Encounters
• First : Siddhartha saw an old man,
bent and trembling and discovered
old age.
• Second : He saw a sick man suffering
from disease.
• Third : He witnessed a funeral
procession with a corpse.
• Fourth : He met a wandering monk
who had an inner tranquility despite
living an austere life, suggesting to
Siddhartha that he had come terms
with old age, sickness and death.
TEACHINGS OF BUDDHA
The FOUR NOBLE TRUTH
Life is full
of
suffering
Cause of
suffering
•Cessation
of
suffering
•Path to
Liberation
TEACHINGS OF BUDDHA
Path to Liberation (8 Fold Path)
•Right
views
(samyagd
rsti)
Right
values
(samyaksan
kalpa)
Right
speech
(samyagva
k)
Right
conduct
(samyakka
rmanta)
TEACHINGS OF BUDDHA
Path to Liberation (8 Fold Path)
•Right
livelihood
(samyagaj
iva)
•Right effort
(samyagvya
yama)
•Right
mindfulness
(smayaksrti)
•Right
concentration
(samyaksamadhi)
BUDDHISM BELIEFS
DEPENDANT ORIGINATION
Dependant Origination is also
called the law of casualty and was
the other main revelation which
came to Buddha at his
enlightenment. In this teaching, he
says that nothing exist on its own,
but always has come from earlier
circumstances.
BUDDHISM BELIEFS
Continuation…
Everything is always a consequence of
something before, that is, the origin of
everything is not unique, and it is
dependent on a particular set of
circumstances having happened.
In essence, the Buddha did not see
separate and benevolent creator who
could act on our behalf. He saw the
interdependence of all life and the
cause and effect of actions which
create their own future.
BUDDHA’S THEORY
KARMA AND INTENTION
“What we are today comes from
our thoughts of yesterday, and our
present thoughts build our life of
tomorrow. Our life is the creation
of our mind.”
BUDDHA’S THEORY
believes in…
KARMA AND INTENTION
Karma means intended action, and
is a dynamic concept. It is not fate
or predestination, but a
consequence of what has gone
before.
Intention is major part of Karma!
BUDDHA’S THEORY
believes in…
• Rebirth
• Buddhist philosophy doesn’t
believe in God.
• Goal is to reach NIRVANA
NIRVANA
Goal
A primary aim of Buddhism is to
break free of the wheel of Samsara, and
do reach level of NIRVANA.
Nirvana literally means extinguishing or
unbinding. The implication is that it is
freedom from whatever binds you, from
the burning passion of desire, jealousy,
and ignorance.
CONCLUSION AND MESSAGE
 Everyone can achieve the highest goal in
Buddhism. If we all do an honest effort to
follow the Noble Eightfold Path.
 His prominent disciples did not do
accidentally, he did not fall from the sky like
rain, they did not spring up from the earth
like grain.
 Therefore no doubt in that if we apply
ourselves four noble truths, we too can
attain the ultimate goal in our life. We too
can become like the Buddha or like His
prominent disciples.
REFLECTION
“Peace comes from
within. Do not seek
it without”
- Buddha
THANK YOU FOR
LISTENING!

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Presentation (Buddhism).pptx

  • 1. BUDDHISM ED 101 – PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION Prepared by: JOHNNY CARL D. DULALIA
  • 3.
  • 4. BUDDHISM ED 101 PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION Prepared by: JOHNNY CARL D. DULALIA
  • 5. JOHNNY CARL D. DULALIA Salvacion, Anini-y, Antique Bachelor of Science in Information Technology AMA Computer College – Iloilo (S.Y. 2011) Certificate in Teaching University of Antique – Sibalom Campus Former Instructor Advance Central College (SY 2012-2016) Currently Employed San Roque-Ezpeleta National High School Teacher II – Senior High School Department National Certificate Trainers Methodologies Level I Visual Graphics Design NC III ( Assessor) Computer Hardware Servicing NC II Food and Beverage Services NCII Housekeeping NCII Tourism Promotion Services NCII PRESENTER’S BACKGROUND
  • 6. BUDDHISM ED 101 PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION Prepared by: JOHNNY CARL D. DULALIA
  • 7. REFLECTION Buddha was asked, “What have you gained from meditation?” He replied, “Nothing! However. Buddha said, Let me tell you what I lost: Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Insecurity, Fear of Old age, and Death.”
  • 8. Questions 1. What is BUDDHISM? 2. Is it a Religion? Or Philosophy?
  • 9.
  • 10. Buddhism is a philosophy, a moral code, and, for some a religious faith which originated 2,500 years ago in India. It offers a diagnosis of the suffering of mankind and provides a formula for individuals to resolve that suffering. “It is more of a way of life than a religion.”
  • 11. • Buddhism is a nontheistic religion or philosophy • It encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs, and spiritual practices largely based on teaching attributed to Gautama Buddha • Commonly known as Buddha • Gautama Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama Shakyamuni or simply the Buddha • He was founder of the Buddhism • The word Buddha means “awakened one” or “ the enlighten one”.
  • 12. SIDDHARTA GAUTAMA THE PRINCE • Was born into the feudal kingdom of the Sakya clan where the Gautama family ruled • Lived a luxurious life without any hardships • His father protected/shielded him from contact with ugliness, sickness , old age and death. • Married at sixteen to a woman named Yasodhara and soon had a son • Siddhartha in his early twenties became discontented.
  • 13. Why?
  • 14. The FOUR Encounters • First : Siddhartha saw an old man, bent and trembling and discovered old age. • Second : He saw a sick man suffering from disease. • Third : He witnessed a funeral procession with a corpse. • Fourth : He met a wandering monk who had an inner tranquility despite living an austere life, suggesting to Siddhartha that he had come terms with old age, sickness and death.
  • 15. TEACHINGS OF BUDDHA The FOUR NOBLE TRUTH Life is full of suffering Cause of suffering •Cessation of suffering •Path to Liberation
  • 16. TEACHINGS OF BUDDHA Path to Liberation (8 Fold Path) •Right views (samyagd rsti) Right values (samyaksan kalpa) Right speech (samyagva k) Right conduct (samyakka rmanta)
  • 17. TEACHINGS OF BUDDHA Path to Liberation (8 Fold Path) •Right livelihood (samyagaj iva) •Right effort (samyagvya yama) •Right mindfulness (smayaksrti) •Right concentration (samyaksamadhi)
  • 18. BUDDHISM BELIEFS DEPENDANT ORIGINATION Dependant Origination is also called the law of casualty and was the other main revelation which came to Buddha at his enlightenment. In this teaching, he says that nothing exist on its own, but always has come from earlier circumstances.
  • 19. BUDDHISM BELIEFS Continuation… Everything is always a consequence of something before, that is, the origin of everything is not unique, and it is dependent on a particular set of circumstances having happened. In essence, the Buddha did not see separate and benevolent creator who could act on our behalf. He saw the interdependence of all life and the cause and effect of actions which create their own future.
  • 20. BUDDHA’S THEORY KARMA AND INTENTION “What we are today comes from our thoughts of yesterday, and our present thoughts build our life of tomorrow. Our life is the creation of our mind.”
  • 21. BUDDHA’S THEORY believes in… KARMA AND INTENTION Karma means intended action, and is a dynamic concept. It is not fate or predestination, but a consequence of what has gone before. Intention is major part of Karma!
  • 22. BUDDHA’S THEORY believes in… • Rebirth • Buddhist philosophy doesn’t believe in God. • Goal is to reach NIRVANA
  • 23. NIRVANA Goal A primary aim of Buddhism is to break free of the wheel of Samsara, and do reach level of NIRVANA. Nirvana literally means extinguishing or unbinding. The implication is that it is freedom from whatever binds you, from the burning passion of desire, jealousy, and ignorance.
  • 24. CONCLUSION AND MESSAGE  Everyone can achieve the highest goal in Buddhism. If we all do an honest effort to follow the Noble Eightfold Path.  His prominent disciples did not do accidentally, he did not fall from the sky like rain, they did not spring up from the earth like grain.  Therefore no doubt in that if we apply ourselves four noble truths, we too can attain the ultimate goal in our life. We too can become like the Buddha or like His prominent disciples.
  • 25. REFLECTION “Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without” - Buddha

Editor's Notes

  1. On his 29th birthday he renounced his regal life leaving behind his family and went out of the palace.
  2. The third noble truth tells us that if our attachment to desire ends, so too will the suffering, Specifically, if we change our perception and reduce our attachment to desire, suffering will also reduce. The fourth noble truth shows the way to the ending of suffering. The Buddha said that the way to cease suffering is to follow the middle way, the Noble Eightfold path. This provides the guidelines for day to day living
  3. Right Understanding or Right View – seeing the world and everything in it as it really is, not as we believed it to be or want it to be. “I must state clearly that my teaching is a method to experience reality and not reality itself” Right Intent /right values Right intent must come from the heart and involves recognizing the equality of all life and compassion for all that life, beginning with yourself. Right intent means persistence and a passion for the journey. Right Speech Involves recognition of the truth and also an awareness of the impact of idle gossip and repeating rumors. By resolving never to speak unkindly, or in anger, a spirit of consideration evolves which moves us closer to everyday compassionate living. Right conduct/ right action Recognizes the need to take the ethical approach in life to consider others and the world we live in. Also encompasses the five precepts which were given by the Buddha, not to kill, steal, lie to avoid sexual misconduct and not to take drugs or other intoxicants. Right Livelihood Certain types of work were discouraged by the Buddha, in particular those where you deal in harmful drugs and intoxications, those dealing in weapons, and those harmful to animal or human life. Also implies that a Buddhist who is able, will undertake some work, either as a part of a Buddhist community, or in the workplace, or, alternatively, do home-based or community service. Right Effort Right efforts means cultivating an enthusiasm, a positive attitude in a balanced way. In order to produce Right Effort, clear and honest thoughts should be welcomed, and feelings of jealousy and anger left behind. Right effort equates to positive thinking, followed by focused action. Right mindfulness Means being aware of the moment , being focused in that moment. Right mindfulness asks us to be aware of the journey at that moment, and to be clear and undistracted at that moment. Right mindfulness is closely linked with meditation and forms the basis of meditation. Right Concentration Is turning the mind to focus on an object, such as a flower, or a lit candle, or a concept such as loving compassion. The benefits of right mindfulness and right concentration are significant as they teach the mind to see things, not as we are conditioned to seeing them, but as they really are.
  4. Right Understanding or Right View – seeing the world and everything in it as it really is, not as we believed it to be or want it to be. “I must state clearly that my teaching is a method to experience reality and not reality itself” Right Intent /right values Right intent must come from the heart and involves recognizing the equality of all life and compassion for all that life, beginning with yourself. Right intent means persistence and a passion for the journey. Right Speech Involves recognition of the truth and also an awareness of the impact of idle gossip and repeating rumors. By resolving never to speak unkindly, or in anger, a spirit of consideration evolves which moves us closer to everyday compassionate living. Right conduct/ right action Recognizes the need to take the ethical approach in life to consider others and the world we live in. Also encompasses the five precepts which were given by the Buddha, not to kill, steal, lie to avoid sexual misconduct and not to take drugs or other intoxicants. Right Livelihood Certain types of work were discouraged by the Buddha, in particular those where you deal in harmful drugs and intoxications, those dealing in weapons, and those harmful to animal or human life. Also implies that a Buddhist who is able, will undertake some work, either as a part of a Buddhist community, or in the workplace, or, alternatively, do home-based or community service. Right Effort Right efforts means cultivating an enthusiasm, a positive attitude in a balanced way. In order to produce Right Effort, clear and honest thoughts should be welcomed, and feelings of jealousy and anger left behind. Right effort equates to positive thinking, followed by focused action. Right mindfulness Means being aware of the moment , being focused in that moment. Right mindfulness asks us to be aware of the journey at that moment, and to be clear and undistracted at that moment. Right mindfulness is closely linked with meditation and forms the basis of meditation. Right Concentration Is turning the mind to focus on an object, such as a flower, or a lit candle, or a concept such as loving compassion. The benefits of right mindfulness and right concentration are significant as they teach the mind to see things, not as we are conditioned to seeing them, but as they really are.