Why is there suffering? (Part 2)

Developing their understanding by looking at alternative ideas about and responses to suffering.

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Lesson 1: What can suffering teach us about happiness?

  • To consider how people’s beliefs influence their response to suffering.

Lesson 2: What can cause suffering?

  • To interpret the Buddhist concept of the Second Noble Truth using the story of Kisa Gotami.

Lesson 3: How do some people overcome suffering?

  • To explore how the Four Noble Truths can help some Buddhists respond to suffering.

Lesson 4: How can Hukam help in difficult times?

  • To recognise how the belief in Hukam can help some people in difficult times.

Lesson 5: Who is the best at helping?

  • To discuss how some Shinto followers believe suffering can be prevented.

Lesson 6: How can beliefs affect our understanding of suffering?

  • To recognise how responses to suffering vary using stories, beliefs and practices.

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Assessment – Religion and worldviews Y6: Why is there suffering? (Part 2)

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