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Buddhaisim Flashcards

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Who is the founder of Buddhism?

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Siddhartha Gautama

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What is the ultimate goal in Buddhism?

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To achieve enlightenment and reach Nirvana

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What are the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?

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  1. Life is suffering. 2. The cause of suffering is desire. 3. There is a way to end suffering. 4. The way to end suffering is the Eightfold Path.
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What is the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?

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It is the path to enlightenment, consisting of Right View, Right Intention, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Concentration.

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What is the concept of Karma in Buddhism?

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It is the belief that actions have consequences, and one’s actions in this life will affect future lives.

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What is the role of meditation in Buddhism?

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Meditation is a key practice in Buddhism to cultivate mindfulness, concentration, and insight.

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What are the Three Jewels in Buddhism?

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The Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community of practitioners).

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What is the significance of the Bodhi Tree in Buddhism?

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It is the tree under which Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment and became the Buddha.

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What is the meaning of Dukkha in Buddhism?

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It refers to the unsatisfactory nature of life, often translated as suffering or dissatisfaction.

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What is the Pali Canon in Buddhism?

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It is the standard collection of scriptures in Theravada Buddhism, also known as the Tripitaka.

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What are the Three Marks of Existence in Buddhism?

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Impermanence (Anicca), Suffering (Dukkha), and Non-Self (Anatta).

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What is the significance of the Lotus Flower in Buddhism?

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It symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and rebirth, as it grows from the mud but blooms above the water.

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Who are the Four Heavenly Kings in Buddhism?

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They are guardian deities who protect the world in the four cardinal directions.

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What is the meaning of Nirvana in Buddhism?

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It is the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice, representing the cessation of suffering and liberation from the cycle of rebirth.

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What is the significance of the Wheel of Dharma in Buddhism?

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It symbolizes the teachings of the Buddha and the path to enlightenment.

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What is the significance of the Stupa in Buddhism?

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It is a sacred structure that contains relics or represents significant events in the life of the Buddha.

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What is the meaning of Samsara in Buddhism?

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It is the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, driven by karma and desire.

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What is the concept of Metta in Buddhism?

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It is loving-kindness or benevolence towards all beings, a key practice in cultivating compassion.

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What is the significance of the Laughing Buddha in Buddhism?

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He represents abundance, happiness, and contentment, and is a symbol of good luck.

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What is the meaning of the Middle Way in Buddhism?

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It is the path of moderation and avoiding extremes, as taught by the Buddha.

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What is the role of a Bodhisattva in Buddhism?

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A Bodhisattva is an enlightened being who postpones their own Nirvana to help others achieve enlightenment.

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What is the significance of the Dharma Wheel in Buddhism?

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It represents the teachings of the Buddha and the Noble Eightfold Path.

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What is the meaning of the term Sangha in Buddhism?

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It refers to the community of Buddhist practitioners, including monks, nuns, and laypeople.

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What is the significance of the Prayer Flag in Buddhism?

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It is a colorful rectangular cloth that is believed to bring benefit to all beings when hung.

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What is the concept of Anatta in Buddhism?

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It is the doctrine of non-self, the idea that there is no permanent, unchanging self or soul.

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