Buddhism Beliefs 4 Markers Flashcards
Explain two ways in which the Buddha’s life influences Buddhists today.
• Rejection of wealth and luxury: Inspires Buddhists to live simply, focusing on spirituality (e.g., Buddha leaving the palace).
• Middle Way: Encourages avoiding extremes of indulgence and self-denial, following a balanced lifestyle for enlightenment.
Explain two ways in which the birth of the Buddha influences Buddhists today.
• Special nature: Miraculous birth inspires faith in his teachings (e.g., seven steps, declaration).
• Achievable enlightenment: Human birth shows anyone can attain enlightenment, motivating Buddhists.
Explain two ways in which the Buddha’s life of luxury influences Buddhists today.
• Reject materialism: Buddha leaving luxury teaches focus on spiritual growth over wealth.
• Detachment: Material possessions don’t bring lasting happiness, promotes simplicity.
Explain two ways in which the Four Sights influences Buddhists today.
• Suffering: Four Sights show suffering is inevitable, motivating practice.
• Enlightenment: Holy man inspires pursuit of liberation.
Explain two ways in which the Buddha’s ascetic life influences Buddhists today.
• Avoid extremes: Buddha’s ascetic life inspires following the Middle Way.
• Spiritual commitment: His dedication motivates persistence in the path to enlightenment.
Explain two ways in which the Buddha’s Enlightenment influences Buddhists today.
• Path to enlightenment: Buddha’s enlightenment shows anyone can achieve awakening, inspiring Buddhists.
• Compassionate teaching: Buddha’s teachings motivate Buddhists to spread wisdom and help others achieve enlightenment.
Explain two ways in which the Four Noble Truths influences Buddhists today.
• Understanding suffering: Four Noble Truths help Buddhists recognize suffering and seek solutions.
• Ending suffering: Four Noble Truths guide Buddhists to follow the Eightfold Path to reduce suffering.
Explain two ways in which suffering influences Buddhists today.
• Mindfulness: Suffering encourages Buddhists to practice mindfulness and meditation.
• Compassion: Suffering leads Buddhists to help others and show compassion.
Explain two ways in which craving influences Buddhists today.
• Reduces attachment: Craving teaches detachment from material desires.
• Promotes mindfulness: Craving encourages mindfulness to overcome unhealthy desires.
Explain two ways in which the Three Poisons influences Buddhists today.
• Self-awareness: Three Poisons encourage overcoming negative emotions for spiritual growth.
• Ethical behavior: Awareness of the Three Poisons guides Buddhists to avoid greed, hatred, and ignorance.
Explain two ways in which Nibbana influences Buddhists today.
• Ultimate goal: Nibbana motivates Buddhists to follow the Eightfold Path for liberation.
• Ethical living: Nibbana inspires Buddhists to live with compassion, wisdom, and morality.
Explain two ways in which the Eightfold Path influences Buddhists today.
• Ethical conduct: Guides right speech, action, and livelihood for ethical living.
• Mental discipline: Cultivates right effort, mindfulness, and concentration for mental clarity.
Explain two ways in which Dhamma influences Buddhists today.
• Ethical living: Dhamma guides Buddhists in living virtuously with compassion and wisdom.
• Path to enlightenment: Dhamma offers a framework for understanding reality and practicing mindfulness.
Explain two ways in which the concept of Dependent Arising influences Buddhists today.
• Interconnectedness: Encourages compassion and mindfulness by understanding the interdependence of all things.
• Reduces attachment: Helps Buddhists reduce attachment and craving, leading to less suffering.
Explain two ways in which the Three Marks of Existence influences Buddhists today.
• Acceptance of impermanence: Helps Buddhists embrace change and reduce attachment.
• Overcoming suffering: Motivates Buddhists to follow the path to enlightenment and transcend suffering.
Explain two ways in which annica influences Buddhists today.
• Embracing change: Helps Buddhists accept life’s changes and reduce attachment.
• Letting go of attachments: Encourages detachment from possessions and desires, fostering peace.
Explain two ways in which anatta influences Buddhists today.
• Encourages selflessness: Reduces ego, promotes compassion.
• Reduces attachment: Less clinging to possessions and identities, fosters peace.
• Understanding suffering: Accepts suffering as part of life, motivates overcoming it.
• Inspiring compassion: Encourages empathy and support for others’ suffering.
Explain two ways the Five Aggregates influences Buddhists today.
• Reduces attachment: Five Aggregates show the self is not permanent, reducing attachment.
• Promotes mindfulness: Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions, leading to self-understanding.
Explain two ways sunyata influences Buddhists today.
• Reduces attachment: Emptiness teaches detachment from material things and self.
• Encourages compassion: Emptiness fosters understanding of interconnectedness, promoting compassion.
