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Followers of Buddhism don’t acknowledge a supreme ______ or deity.

god

When followers reach this spiritual echelon, they’re said to have experienced ______.

nirvana

The word Buddha means “______.”

enlightened

The path to enlightenment is attained by utilizing morality, ______ and wisdom.

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Some scholars don’t recognize Buddhism as an organized ______, but rather, a 'way of life' or a 'spiritual tradition.'

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Buddhists embrace the concepts of karma (the law of cause and ______) and reincarnation (the continuous cycle of ______).

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Buddha, born with the name Siddhartha Gautama, was a teacher, philosopher and spiritual leader who is considered the founder of ______

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He lived and taught in the region around the border of modern-day Nepal and India sometime between the 6th to 4th century ______

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The name Buddha means 'one who is awakened' or 'the ______ one.'

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While scholars agree that Buddha did in fact exist, the specific dates and events of his life are still ______

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According to the most widely known story of his life, after experimenting with different teachings for years, and finding none of them acceptable, Siddhartha Gautama spent a fateful night in deep meditation ______ a tree.

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During his meditation, all of the answers he had been seeking became clear, and he achieved full awareness, thereby becoming ______

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The religion’s founder, Buddha, is considered an extraordinary being, but not a ______.

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The word Buddha means “______.”

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Buddhists often meditate because they believe it helps awaken ______.

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There are many philosophies and interpretations within Buddhism, making it a tolerant and evolving ______.

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Buddhism encourages its people to avoid self-indulgence but also self-______.

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Buddha’s most important teachings, known as The Four Noble Truths, are essential to understanding the ______.

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Flashcards

Nirvana

Spiritual state of enlightenment and liberation from suffering.

Siddhartha Gautama

A teacher, philosopher and spiritual leader; founder of Buddhism.

Middle Way

Avoiding extremes of indulgence and denial; the balanced approach.

Karma

The law of cause and effect; actions have consequences.

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Reincarnation

The continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

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Wisdom in Buddhism

Understanding the nature of reality and truth.

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Morality in Buddhism

Moral principles guiding right conduct.

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Meditation

Training the mind to focus and achieve insight.

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Buddha

The man who is considered the founder of Buddhism.

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The Four Noble Truths

The most important teachings in Buddhism.

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Enlightened

The meaning of the word 'Buddha'.

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Self-Indulgence and Self-Denial

Buddhism encourages its people to avoid these two things:

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