OCR GCSE (9-1) Religious Studies J625/04 – Buddhism: Beliefs, Teachings & Practices(QUESTION PAPER AND MARK SCHEME)2025
ACTUAL OCR GCSE (9-1) Religious Studies J625/04 – Buddhism: Beliefs, Teachings & Practices (QUESTION PAPER AND MARK SCHEME) 2025 Master OCR GCSE Buddhism (J625/04) with these Grade 9 Revision Notes! This document covers the entire Paper 4: Buddhism (Beliefs, Teachings, and Practices) for the OCR GCSE Religious Studies (9-1) specification. I have structured these notes to help you navigate complex philosophical concepts and remember the specific Buddhist terminology required for high marks. What is included in this document? Section 1: Buddhist Beliefs & Teachings The Three Marks of Existence: Detailed explanations of Dukkha (suffering), Anicca (impermanence), and Anatta (no fixed self). The Four Noble Truths: The diagnosis of suffering (Samudaya) and the prescription to end it (Nirodha). The Eightfold Path: How the three divisions (wisdom, morality, and meditation) guide Buddhist life. The Three Refuges (Tiratana): Taking refuge in the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha. Enlightenment: Understanding Nibbana (Nirvana) and Arhat vs. Bodhisattva (Theravada vs. Mahayana views). Life of the Buddha: Key events (the Four Sights, Enlightenment, Parinirvana). Section 2: Buddhist Practices Meditation (Bhavana): Differences between Samatha (Calm) and Vipassana (Insight) meditation and their importance. Festivals: Wesak and Parinirvana Day (origins, observances, and meanings). Worship in the Temple & Home: The role of the Vihara (Temple), shrines, and Puja (devotional worship). Death & Mourning: Funeral Rites and the Significance of Bardo. Buddhism in the Modern World: Engagement with Social Justice, Conflict, and the environment. Symbols: The meaning of the Wheel of Life (Bhavachakra) and the lotus flower. Why these notes are effective: Key Terminology: All Sanskrit/Pali terms (e.g., Tanha, Karma, Metta) are clearly defined and bolded. Comparison Ready: Notes highlight differences between Theravada and Mahayana traditions where necessary for exam answers. Concise: Condenses the textbook into memorable, bite-sized points. Please leave a review! I created these comprehensive notes to help you tackle the tricky concepts in Buddhism with confidence. If this resource helps you revise for J625/04, please leave a review. It really helps other students find reliable study materials. Good luck!
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