Master of Buddhism
Lesson 15 – Buddhist Laity
Questions
Exercise:
1. In your own opinion, could Buddhism exist without any one of the following: monks, nuns, laymen, laywomen? Yes, I think Buddhism exists without the monks, nuns, laymen and laywomen. I think Buddhism is part of the universe and the hearts of people. Monks and Nuns did help to spread Buddhism within the world. But it doesn't rely on them to exist.
2. What are the advantages of going on a pilgrimage? The advantage of going on a pilgrimage is to receive inspiration from the Buddha. To see that the places in the stories of Buddha's life are real can help the followers deepen their belief.
3. Are monks and nuns as reliant on laypeople today as they were in ancient India? Are laypeople of today as reliant on monks and nuns? Yes, monks and nuns still rely on laypeople for food and clothing. Yes, I think laypeople are reliant on monks and nuns to learn and grow in their knowledge of Buddhism.