Four Noble Truths in Buddhism

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According to Confucian philosophy, which of the following is NOT considered one of the Five Cardinal Relationships?

Mentor and student (correct)

Ruler and minister

Husband and wife

Father and son

What is the core of Confucian thought, as described in the text?

The concept of Nirvana

The Golden Rule (correct)

The Eightfold Path

The Four Noble Truths

According to Buddhist philosophy, what is the ideal state that can be achieved through meditation?

Self-realization

Nirvana (correct)

Enlightenment

Perfection

In Buddhist philosophy, what is the view of the self or 'man'?

Man has no self or 'no-soul' Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of suffering according to Buddhist philosophy?

Attachment to desires Signup and view all the answers

According to Socrates, what is the true task of the philosopher?

To engage in systematic questioning about the self Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato, what are the three components of the soul?

The rational soul, the spirited soul, and the appetitive soul Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of Reason, according to Plato?

To control the emotions and desires of the spirited and appetitive souls Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the body and the soul, according to Socrates?

The body is a temporary vessel for the immortal soul Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Socratic method, according to the text?

It is a method of carefully examining one's thoughts and emotions to gain self-knowledge Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato, what is necessary for a human person to attain justice and virtue?

The harmonious working of the three parts of the soul Signup and view all the answers

According to Confucian philosophy, what is the individual's greatest mission?

Attaining self-realization through self-cultivation Signup and view all the answers

What is the Confucian view of the self?

The self is a relational self, defined by one's social relationships and roles Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the Taoist view of the self?

The self is an extension of the cosmos, not of social relationships Signup and view all the answers

According to Taoism, what should govern an individual's life?

Simplicity, spontaneity, and harmony with nature Signup and view all the answers

What principle do Taoists emphasize in their beliefs?

The unity and harmony among opposing elements, such as Yin and Yang Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the Confucian view of social behavior?

Individuals should respond to what is socially required and follow rules of proper behavior Signup and view all the answers

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