1. It is devotional practice for Buddhists to _____ the galleries and terraces of the Temple of Borobodur, always turning to the left and keeping the edifice to the right while either chanting or meditating.
   
   
   
   
2. Read Chapter 26 of the 'Dhammapada' and then discuss in your own words two general but uniquely Buddhist characteristics of the 'Holy Man.' Be sure to explain why each characteristic is 'Buddhist.'
   
   
   
   
3. Identify and comment on two restrictions on the conduct of Buddhist monks, as listed in 'Lay Guide to the Monk's Rules,' that seem most unusual to you. What do you believe is the connection between these two rules and Buddhist religious teaching?
   
   
   
   
4. Name the holy Buddhist site which is associated with each of the following:
   1. Site of the Maya Devi Temple, named for the Buddha's mother and of an inscribed pillar erected by Ashoka.
   2. Site of the Nirvana Temple, where the Buddha entered mahaparinirvana.
   3. Site of the Dhamekha Stupa, where the voice of Buddhism was first heard.
   4. Site of the Maha Bodhi Temple and of the Bodhi tree under which Gautama sat for enlightenment.
   
   
   
   
   
   
5. Explain how Avalokiteshvara attained his/her one thousand arms. Then explain how this story expresses one or more religious teachings in Buddhism.
   
   
   
   
6. Identify the Buddhist devotional practice or object which is associated with each of the following:
   1. Reminder of the Buddha's wisdom and compassion, and inspiration for worshipers to develop these qualities.
   2. Gesture of reverence for the Triple Gem.
   3. Gesture which helps to overcome egoistic feelings.
   4. Symbol of wisdom.
   5. Symbol of impermanence.
   6. Symbol of pure moral conduct.
   
   
   
   

• The Temple of Borobodur - This is one part of a Buddhist Art and Architecture site. Pictures and a brief description of the complex Borobodur stupa.
• The Dhammapada - The Dhammapada is a clear and influential summary of early Buddhist teaching.
• Lay Guide to the Monk's Rules - This is a summary and explanation of the rules which govern the conduct of Buddhist monks in Southeast Asia.
• Pilgrimage to Buddhist India - Pictures and descriptions of the four holiest sites for Buddhists in India.
• Avalokiteshvara - An image and description of the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara.
• Devotional Practices and Objects - An explanation of the religious meaning of simple acts of Buddhist devotion.

Although a vast, colorful, and varied array of religious images is found in both Hinduism and Buddhism, the religious meanings and uses of these images in the two traditions are not necessarily the same. Compare and contrast Hindu and Buddhist divine images in terms of their 1). appearance or design, 2). subject matter, and 3). function in puja or worship. In your answer, please include specific names, concepts, actions, and other details, from the Chapters 3 and 4 Treasure Hunts as well as from illustrations in the textbook. (200 words)

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