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Which of the following best describes the role of karma in Buddhism?
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?
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?
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?
How does Vajrayana Buddhism accelerate the path to enlightenment?
Which of the following is the most accurate description of the Four Noble Truths?
Which of the following is the most accurate description of the Four Noble Truths?
Which of the following best describes the Five Precepts in Buddhism?
Which of the following best describes the Five Precepts in Buddhism?
What does mindfulness meditation (Vipassana) primarily involve?
What does mindfulness meditation (Vipassana) primarily involve?
Which branch of Buddhism is considered the oldest surviving branch, emphasizing the original teachings of the Buddha?
Which branch of Buddhism is considered the oldest surviving branch, emphasizing the original teachings of the Buddha?
What is the role of the Tripitaka (Pali Canon) in Buddhism?
What is the role of the Tripitaka (Pali Canon) in Buddhism?
Which symbol represents the Buddha's teachings and the Eightfold Path?
Which symbol represents the Buddha's teachings and the Eightfold Path?
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What is Buddhism?
What is Buddhism?
A variety of traditions, beliefs and spiritual practices based largely on teachings attributed to Gautama Buddha.
Four Noble Truths
Four Noble Truths
The truth of suffering, origin, cessation and the path.
The Eightfold Path
The Eightfold Path
Right understanding, thought, speech, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness and concentration.
Karma
Karma
Actions and their consequences, influencing future rebirths.
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Nirvana
Nirvana
Extinction of suffering and the cycle of rebirth.
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Theravada Buddhism
Theravada Buddhism
The oldest surviving branch emphasizing Buddha's original teachings.
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Mahayana Buddhism
Mahayana Buddhism
A branch incorporating a broader range of teachings with focus on helping others achieve enlightenment.
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Vajrayana Buddhism
Vajrayana Buddhism
Tantric practices, rituals and visualizations to accelerate path to enlightenment.
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Mindfulness meditation
Mindfulness meditation
Paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
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The Five Precepts
The Five Precepts
Abstaining from killing, stealing, sexual misconduct, false speech and intoxicants.
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