Buddhism Flashcards
What does the term ‘Buddha’ mean?
‘Enlightened one’
This title refers to Siddhartha Gautama after his enlightenment.
What is the significance of the moment known as the Enlightenment in Buddhism?
It is when Siddhartha Gautama discovered truths about life.
What is the cycle of samsara in Buddhism?
Birth, death, and rebirth
This cycle differs from reincarnation.
What is karma in Buddhist belief?
The belief that we are rewarded for our good or bad deeds.
Define anatta in Buddhism.
The belief that there is no permanent soul or self.
What does anicca refer to?
The belief that everything is subject to change and is impermanent.
What is dukkha?
The belief that life is full of suffering or dissatisfaction.
What are the Four Noble Truths?
Key teachings that sum up much of the Buddha’s teachings.
(The Truth of suffering, the truth of the cause of sufferings, the truth of the end of suffering, the truth of the path that leads to the end of suffering)
What is the Noble Eightfold Path?
Buddhist guidance on how to live.
What are the Five Precepts?
Code of conduct or rules to help people to live in a moral way.
Fill in the blank: The belief that life is full of suffering is known as _______.
[Dukkha]
True or False: Anatta refers to the belief in a permanent self.
False
What is the ultimate goal in Buddhism?
To escape suffering through enlightenment and reaching the state of nirvana.
What does the Eightfold Path aim to overcome?
The Eightfold Path aims to overcome suffering and achieve true happiness.
What is ‘Right understanding’?
Right understanding involves recognizing that life includes change and suffering, and that following the Eightfold Path is essential for overcoming suffering. (easy definition- the understanding of things as they are)
