Buddhism Core Concepts

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Which of the following best describes the role of karma in Buddhism?

  • Good deeds that guarantee immediate enlightenment.
  • Actions and their consequences that influence future rebirths. (correct)
  • Rituals that absolve one of past misdeeds.
  • A predetermined fate that cannot be altered by one's actions.

What is the significance of the Bodhisattva ideal in Mahayana Buddhism?

  • Attaining a high social status within the monastic community.
  • Postponing one's own enlightenment to help others achieve liberation. (correct)
  • Accumulating wealth to donate to Buddhist temples.
  • Achieving personal enlightenment as quickly as possible, regardless of others.

Which of the following is a central practice in Zen Buddhism?

  • Chanting from the Pali Canon.
  • Ritualistic prostrations before Buddha statues.
  • Studying the Abhidhamma Pitaka.
  • Zazen (seated meditation). (correct)

How does Vajrayana Buddhism accelerate the path to enlightenment?

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Which of the following is the most accurate description of the Four Noble Truths?

<p>The nature of suffering, its origin, its cessation, and the path to its cessation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the Five Precepts in Buddhism?

<p>Ethical guidelines for Buddhists. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does mindfulness meditation (Vipassana) primarily involve?

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Which branch of Buddhism is considered the oldest surviving branch, emphasizing the original teachings of the Buddha?

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What is the role of the Tripitaka (Pali Canon) in Buddhism?

<p>It is the standard collection of scriptures for Theravada Buddhists. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symbol represents the Buddha's teachings and the Eightfold Path?

<p>The Dharma Wheel (Dharmachakra). (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is Buddhism?

A variety of traditions, beliefs and spiritual practices based largely on teachings attributed to Gautama Buddha.

Four Noble Truths

The truth of suffering, origin, cessation and the path.

The Eightfold Path

Right understanding, thought, speech, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness and concentration.

Karma

Actions and their consequences, influencing future rebirths.

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Nirvana

Extinction of suffering and the cycle of rebirth.

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Theravada Buddhism

The oldest surviving branch emphasizing Buddha's original teachings.

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Mahayana Buddhism

A branch incorporating a broader range of teachings with focus on helping others achieve enlightenment.

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Vajrayana Buddhism

Tantric practices, rituals and visualizations to accelerate path to enlightenment.

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Mindfulness meditation

Paying attention to the present moment without judgment.

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The Five Precepts

Abstaining from killing, stealing, sexual misconduct, false speech and intoxicants.

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