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What is the primary aim of Buddhism regarding desire?
What is the primary aim of Buddhism regarding desire?
Which concept refers to the teachings of the Buddha?
Which concept refers to the teachings of the Buddha?
What significant change did the Buddha make in his life after witnessing suffering?
What significant change did the Buddha make in his life after witnessing suffering?
What does Karma refer to in Buddhism?
What does Karma refer to in Buddhism?
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Which of the following best describes Nirvana?
Which of the following best describes Nirvana?
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Study Notes
Buddhism: General Information
- Originated in India around the 5th century BCE
- Does not believe in a god
- Believes in the concept of enlightenment (Buddha)
- Buddha gives advice on how to live life, aiming to overcome desires and reach enlightenment
- The most famous Buddhist is the 1st Dalai Lama, a spiritual leader and political figure in Tibet
Key Buddhist Concepts
- Buddha: enlightened teacher
- Dharma: teachings of the Buddha
- Sangha: community of Buddhists
- Meditation: focused mental exercise
- Nirvana: liberation from suffering and rebirth
- Samsara: cycle of birth, death, and rebirth
- Karma: actions and their consequences
Life of Buddha
- Born a Hindu prince around 560 BCE.
- Lived a life of luxury.
- Became aware of suffering and sickness, inspiring his journey to enlightenment.
- Became an ascetic (someone who rejects worldly pleasures)
- Achieved enlightenment, becoming the Buddha
- Four stages of enlightenment:
- Old man
- Sick man
- Dead man
- Wandering ascetic
- After enlightenment he taught his followers for 40 years
- Died around ~480 BCE
Additional Notes
- During meditation, some people experience negative emotions like pain.
- Buddhism proposes ways to alleviate suffering.
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Description
Explore the fundamental principles of Buddhism including the life of the Buddha, key concepts like Dharma, Sangha, and Nirvana. Learn about the journey towards enlightenment and the teachings that guide the Buddhist way of life. This quiz covers the history, beliefs, and doctrines that shape this ancient philosophy.
