Learning the Values of Buddhism from Direct Experience: Lessons Learned from Field Trips the 3rd Buddhist Holy Place, Sarnath, India

Abstract

An article entitled Learning Buddhist Values from Direct Experiences: Lessons from a Field Trip to the 3rd Buddhist Holy Place, Sarnath, India. This article has the purpose of reflecting on the lessons learned from the study trip to the 3rd Buddhist Holy Place to create motivation to study the way of life and architecture provide an opportunity for education and transfer of experience and belief in Buddhism. These impressive lessons consisted of 1) the knowledge of the values of Buddhism 2) the joy of simplicity and sufficiency 3) doing a good thing for myself and others 4) sharing kindness and 5) the importance of art and architecture. However, the experience is considered valuable according to the doctrine of Buddhism on kindness, mindfulness, and impermanence aware of changes as they are with their wisdom. enhance new experiences to learn new things leading to permanent and lasting changes in behavior and attitudes. It integrates understanding from experience learning to practice in real life from field trips. It is considered to develop a perspective on life and positively contribute to society. Therefore, this field trip to the third shrine of Sarnath strengthens the mind and spirit as well as stability in the face of change and challenges in life.