Buddhism Ethic Flashcards
What is karma
An intentional action that leads to certain consequences
What is a quote referencing kamma
Intention is kamma, i tell you, intending, one does kamma by way of body speech and intellect
What does kamma lead to
What kind of rebirth one has
What are Buddhist ethics all based on
The enlightened views of buddha and others eg bodhisattvas
What is sila the concept of
Right conduct, non violence and freedom from causing harm to others
What is metta
Loving kindness
What is karuna
Compassion
Where are all Buddhist ethics found
In Buddhist scripture or passed through tradition
What is the khuddakapatha
A collection of nine passages most like prepared for novices in the sangha
What is the quote from the khuddakapatha
‘Whatever living beings there may be; whether they are weak or strong, omitting none, the great or the mighty, medium, short or small, the seen and the unseen, those living near and far away, those born and to-be-born — May all beings be at ease!’(Karaniya Metta Sutta from the Khuddakapatha)
What are the five precepts of Buddhist life
Do not take life Do not take what is not given Do not misuse the senses Do not speak falsehoods Do not take intoxicants that cloud the mind
What is the first precept
Do not take life
What is the second precept
Do not take what is not given
What is the third precept
Do not misuse the senses
What is the fourth precept
Do not speak falsehoods
