Buddhist ethics

Question 1

kamma

Answer 1

specific example of dependent-arising, our actions create the conditions for suffering or happiness in our life,law of consequences. empowering as Buddhists can change the future by their own actions

Question 2

skilful actions

Answer 2

rooted in generosity, compassion and understanding, lead to happiness, good kamma

Question 3

unskillful actions

Answer 3

rooted in the 3 poisons and lead to suffering, bad kamma

Question 4

kamma and the realms

Answer 4

traditional Buddhists believe good or bad kamma will result in re-birth in 1 of 6 realms. human realm is best realm within which to reach enlightenment

Question 5

what are the 6 realms

Answer 5

realm of animals,realm of the tormented beings, the human realm, realm of angry gods,realm of tantalised ghosts, Titan realm

Question 6

what are the five moral precepts

Answer 6

• don’t take life
• don’t take what is not given
• don’t misuse the senses
• don’t speak falsehoods
• don’t take intoxicants that cloud the mind

Question 7

what are the 6 perfections in Mahayana tradition

Answer 7

• generosity
• morality
• patience
• energy
• meditation
• wisdom

Question 8

karuna

Answer 8

-means compassion, wanting others to be free of suffering, wisdom and compassion go hand in hand

Question 9

what are the 4 sublime states

Answer 9

metta, karuna, sympathetic joy and equanimity

Question 10

metta

Answer 10

an attitude of loving kindness to all people, about defeating the tendency to feel jealous, bear grudges and to cultivate the habit of good will toward others

Question 11

6 perfections: generosity

Answer 11

required to give away material goods, and give protection from fear. 3rd type of giving is teaching Dhamma, help people help themselves out of fear and suffering

Question 12

6 perfections: morality

Answer 12

state of mind practised through meditation

Question 13

6 perfections: patience

Answer 13

understanding that suffering is an unavoidable part of life that helps Buddhists endure difficult times, also required to practise compassion towards everyone- even most difficult people, requires patience

Question 14

6 perfections: energy

Answer 14

could be physical or mental, to have the stamina and resilience to continue to stand up for what is right. put energy into practising Dhamma

Question 15

6 perfections: meditation

Answer 15

helps Buddhists develop he concentration and awareness required to achieve wisdom

Question 16

6 perfections: wisdom

Answer 16

acquired by studying Buddha’s teachings, living morally and meditatng