Change and Impermanence

Age Group: 16–19

Materials: 3

Last modified: May 25, 2023

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One of the key components of the Buddhist world view is the understanding that all things are subject to change and impermanence. See the landing topic World View for more foundational aspects of the Buddhist world view.

Buddhist Stories

Detailed Subject Knowledge

DOCUMENT (.pdf)

Impermanence in Buddhism

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DOCUMENT (.pdf)

The Buddhist understanding of momentariness

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VIDEO (Youtube)

Reality as it is

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Lesson Activities and Reflections

Lived Experience

Worksheets

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