buddhism Flashcards

1
Q

the buddha

A

the awakened one, A fully enlightened being

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

The four noble truths

A

the four central beliefs containing the essence of Buddhist teaching

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Eightfold Path

A

A way of life that leads to the end of desire, you can overcome attachment by following this

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Meditation

A

focus of attention, but in non-analytical (narrow) way

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Buddhism

A

a religion based on the teachings of the buddah

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

enlightenment

A

to gain knowledge and wisdom: to be freed from prejudice, ignorance, or superstition

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Bodh Gaya

A

The most sacred place in the world for a buddhist

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly