Essay Assignment for Document Project 3: Accessible Enlightenment

Now that you’ve had a chance to explore the evidence, write a short essay (four to five paragraphs) on the following topic:

Create your own parable illustrating a central teaching of Buddhism. While you should feel free to invent the details of your parable, try to make sure that it is as consistent as possible with Buddhist teachings and life in ancient India as described in your textbook.

You may find it helpful to review the section “India’s Great Religions” in Chapter 3 of your textbook before you begin.