Buddha constantly refers to his listeners as "my brethren," or "my brothers." How does this affect his discourse?   (A):It makes the listener feel disrespected. (B):It puts Buddha into a position of authority. (C):It makes the listener

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Consider the relationship between Hinduism and Buddhism. Siddhartha Gautama's influence was even more notable because of his background. He came from the Kshatriya caste, not the priestly Brahmin caste that was normally responsible for preaching. His message was widespread, as his sermons were meant for  (everyone, the Brahmin, the untouchables)  , making his way of life more accessible.

 

Activity               Aspect of the Eightfold Path

Understanding one's own state of being and mind  (right meditation, right endeavor, right watchfulness)

Attempting to maintain a wholesome lifestyle     (right meditation, right endeavor, right watchfulness)

Concentrating to achieve enlightenment     (right meditation, right endeavor, right watchfulness)

 

Buddha constantly refers to his listeners as "my brethren," or "my brothers." How does this affect his discourse?

 

(A):It makes the listener feel disrespected.

(B):It puts Buddha into a position of authority.

(C):It makes the listener feel respected and admired.

(D):It gives the religion a sense of equality.

 

Based on the statue's pose and what you know of Buddhism, what is the most likely reason that Buddhists would have commissioned statues like this for their homes?

(A):To worship as a god

(B):For aesthetic pleasure

(C):As a good luck charm

(D):As a reminder of Buddhist principles

 

Activity               Aspect of the Eightfold Path

Understanding one's own state of being and mind  (right meditation, right endeavor, right watchfulness)

Attempting to maintain a wholesome lifestyle     (right meditation, right endeavor, right watchfulness)

Concentrating to achieve enlightenment     (right meditation, right endeavor, right watchfulness)

 

Buddha constantly refers to his listeners as "my brethren," or "my brothers." How does this affect his discourse?

 

(A):It makes the listener feel disrespected.

(B):It puts Buddha into a position of authority.

(C):It makes the listener feel respected and admired.

(D):It gives the religion a sense of equality.

Based on the statue's pose and what you know of Buddhism, what is the most likely reason that Buddhists would have commissioned statues like this for their homes?

(A):To worship as a god

(B):For aesthetic pleasure

(C):As a good luck charm

(D):As a reminder of Buddhist principles

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