Religious Studies A-Level
Karuna
What Karuna means in Religious Studies A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Karuna
Compassion; the primary motivation for the Bodhisattva to seek enlightenment for the sake of others.
Topics that use Karuna
- Buddhism – Practices that shape and express religious identity: Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism, and meditation (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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Using Karuna in the exam
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