Makna Riwayat Hidup Buddha Gotama bagi Siswa Sekolah Minggu Buddha di Cetiya Kusala Cetana Tegal Angus

Abstract

The problem raised in this study was to determine the level of student
understanding of the meaning of the life history of Buddha Gotama. The
purpose of this study was to determine the extent of students' understanding of
the meaning of the life history of Buddha Gotama.
This research uses descriptive qualitative method. The subjects of this
study were Buddhist Sunday School students and administrators of Buddhist
Sunday School in Cetiya Kusala Cetana. This research was conducted from
February to May 2020. Data collection techniques used were in the form of
observations, interviews, and documentation. Data validity tests include
credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability. The data obtained
were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman models, namely data collection,
reduction, display, and conclusion drawing.
The results of this study are: 1.) Most Cetiya Kusala Cetana Tegal Angus
Buddhist Sunday School students have understood the meaning of the story of
Gotama's Buddhist Life. Namely: a) Tells the part of the story like, b) Tells a who
character introduces the story of the life history of Buddha Gotama, c) Values
set by students. 2.) Students feel the positive impact after knowing the meaning
of the life story of Gotama Buddha. The students have Mettā feelings. The
students' faith in Buddha, Dharma and Sangha became very strong. The lives of
students are better.