T he S ermon at | Class 10 English Notes

LISTENING

This section involves a listening activity based on a narrative about the Sanchi Stupa, a significant Buddhist monument located in Madhya Pradesh, India. The stupa, built during the Mauryan period under Emperor Ashoka's commission in the third century BCE, is the oldest stone structure in India. It features a large hemispherical dome with a central chamber housing the relics of Lord Buddha. Later additions include four ornamental gateways (toranas) and a balustrade. The stupa attracts visitors worldwide, including tourists, archaeologists, and historians. The sculptures on the toranas depict events from Buddha's life, explained through Jataka tales, and symbolic representations like thrones and footprints. Students listen to the narrative and answer comprehension questions to enhance their listening skills and knowledge of Buddhist heritage. This activity connects the literary and historical context of Buddha's teachings with tangible cultural monuments.

📊 Diagram: See figure_6: This stupa is the oldest stone structure in India that was built during the Mauryan period. Originally commissioned in the third century BCE by Emperor Ashoka, this huge hemispherical dome consists of; See figure_7: The sculptures on the ornamental gateways or toranas consist of decorative illustrations of events encompassing the life of Lord Buddha. These events are explained in the Jataka tales. The tree used here symbolises Lord Buddha.

🧪 Activity: Listening to a narrative about Sanchi Stupa and answering related questions.

🔗 Connection: This section connects the philosophical teachings of Buddha to their historical and cultural manifestations, enriching students' holistic understanding.