Buddhist Figures

The “Buddhist Figures” introduces students to important individuals in Buddhist history and philosophy. It includes names such as Buddha, Asoka, Dalai, and Thich, covering both ancient and more modern figures. These names reflect the lineage and global influence of Buddhist teachers and leaders. Students gain familiarity with the human faces of Buddhism.

This activity supports name recognition and historical awareness. It improves spelling of non-English names and fosters curiosity about each figure’s contributions. Students develop research questions and expand their cultural competence. It also sharpens visual scanning, and encourages memory through repetition. This can lead to further biographical exploration and historical study.

Vocabulary Words On This Word Search – Buddha, Ananda, Rahula, Asoka, Nagarjuna, Bodhidharma, Milarepa, Dogen, Dalai, Lama, Thich, Nhat, Hanh, Kukai, Yeshe