Buddhism

Question 1

Who is the Buddha

Answer 1

The enlightened one, Sidhartha Gautama

Question 2

What are the Buddhas teaching called

Answer 2

Puja

Question 3

Who is the founder of Buddhism?

Answer 3

Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha.

Question 4

What are the Three Jewels of Buddhism?

Answer 4

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

Question 5

True or False: The Eightfold Path is a guide to ethical and mental development in Buddhism.

Answer 5

True.

Question 6

Fill in the blank: The Eightfold Path includes Right _____, Right Intent, Right Speech, and Right Action.

Answer 6

View

Question 7

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

Answer 7

Nirvana, the liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth (samsara).

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Noble Truths? A) Suffering exists, B) There is a cause of suffering, C) Suffering can be avoided, D) Suffering is an illusion.

Answer 8

D) Suffering is an illusion.

Question 9

What is the term for the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Buddhism?

Answer 9

Samsara.

Question 10

True or False: Meditation is a key practice in Buddhism.

Answer 10

True.

Question 11

What are the Five Precepts in Buddhism?

Answer 11

To refrain from killing, stealing, sexual misconduct, lying, and intoxicants.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The practice of mindfulness is essential in _____ meditation.

Answer 12

Buddhist

Question 13

What does ‘Dharma’ refer to in Buddhism?

Answer 13

The teachings and laws of the Buddha.

Question 14

Who are the followers of Buddhism called?

Answer 14

Buddhists.

Question 15

What does ‘Nirvana’ signify in Buddhism?

Answer 15

The end of suffering and the ultimate state of enlightenment.

Question 16

True or False: The Buddha was born into a royal family.

Answer 16

True.

Question 17

What is the significance of the Lotus flower in Buddhism?

Answer 17

It symbolizes purity and enlightenment.

Question 18

What is ‘Karma’ in the context of Buddhism?

Answer 18

The law of moral causation, where actions have consequences.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The Buddhist community of monks and nuns is known as the _____ .

Answer 19

Sangha.

Question 20

What are the Four Noble Truths?

Answer 20

1) Life is suffering, 2) The cause of suffering is desire, 3) Suffering can be overcome, 4) The path to the cessation of suffering is the Eightfold Path.

Question 21

Which meditation technique focuses on breathing and awareness?

Answer 21

Mindfulness meditation.

Question 22

What is the significance of the ‘Middle Way’ in Buddhism?

Answer 22

It represents a balanced approach to life, avoiding extremes of indulgence and asceticism.

Question 23

What is the term for the state of blissful peace achieved through enlightenment?

Answer 23

Nirvana.

Question 24

What is the role of a monk in Buddhism?

Answer 24

To practice and uphold the teachings of the Buddha and guide laypeople.

Question 25

What is 'Anatta' in Buddhist philosophy?

Answer 25

There is no permant soul.

Question 26

What are the three poisons in Buddhism?

Answer 26

Ignorance, attachment, and hatred.

Question 27

True or False: The three poisons are considered the root causes of suffering in Buddhism.

Answer 27

True

Question 28

Which of the three poisons is associated with desire and craving?

Answer 28

Attachment.

Question 29

What does ignorance refer to in the context of the three poisons?

Answer 29

A lack of understanding of the true nature of reality.

Question 30

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT one of the three poisons? A) Hatred B) Ignorance C) Compassion

Answer 30

C) Compassion

Question 31

How do the three poisons relate to the cycle of samsara?

Answer 31

They perpetuate the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

Question 32

True or False: Overcoming the three poisons is essential for achieving enlightenment.

Answer 32

True

Question 33

What is the antidote to attachment in Buddhist practice?

Answer 33

Generosity or letting go.

Question 34

Short Answer: Name an emotion commonly associated with Hatred.

Answer 34

Anger.

Question 35

Fill in the blank: The three poisons lead to _______ actions.

Answer 35

unwholesome.

Question 36

Which poison is often linked to ignorance of impermanence?

Answer 36

Attachment.

Question 37

Multiple Choice: What is the Buddhist term for the cycle of suffering caused by the three poisons? A) Nirvana B) Samsara C) Dharma

Answer 37

B) Samsara

Question 38

Short Answer: What is the primary goal of Buddhist practice in relation to the three poisons?

Answer 38

To overcome them.

Question 39

True or False: The three poisons are unique to Buddhism and are not found in other religions.

Answer 39

False

Question 40

What practice can help reduce ignorance?

Answer 40

Mindfulness and meditation.

Question 41

Multiple Choice: Which poison is associated with the snake in Buddhist symbolism? A) Ignorance B) Attachment C) Hatred

Answer 41

C) Aversion

Question 42

Short Answer: What is the effect of attachment on one's life according to Buddhism?

Answer 42

It leads to suffering.

Question 43

True or False: The three poisons can be eliminated permanently.

Answer 43

False