Question

A threefold Palī chant begins with this word, and continues “tassa bhagavato arahato.” For 10 points each:
[10m] Give this word which appears in chants that some Buddhists pair with bowing during worship, since it means “homage.” The Daimoku also begins with this word.
ANSWER: Namo [accept Namu (Myōhō Renge Kyō)]
[10e] Those chants accompanying Buddhist worship are typically addressed to the Three Jewels of Buddha, dharma, and this monastic community.
ANSWER: Sangha
[10h] This virtue is the focus of another popular Theravada chant, which begins “this is what should be done” and urges one to “cherish all living beings” akin to a mother protecting her child. This first of the four divine abodes is often paired with karuna.
ANSWER: metta [accept the Karaṇīyamettā Sutta; or loving-kindness; accept goodwill]
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Summary

TournamentEditionExact Match?HeardPPBEasy %Medium %Hard %
2025 RMP Fest Online Mirror05/31/25N323.33100%100%33%
2025 RMP Fest Carleton Mirror07/13/25Y225.00100%100%50%
2025 RMP Fest CO Mirror08/10/25Y618.33100%67%17%