buddhist practices

Question 1

what is the eightfold path?

Answer 1

core of buddhist practice
guide to life
the way to cure suffering/achieve nibana
not a step by step guide, all should be practiced at once

Question 2

three sections of the eightfold path

Answer 2

the triple way: wisdom, morality, meditation

Question 3

explain the way of wisdom

Answer 3

characteristic of buddhahood - involves true insight and deep understanding of life

Question 4

explain the way of morality

Answer 4

the right way that human beings should behave towards other people, animals and their environment

Question 5

explain the way of mental training

Answer 5

the last three stages of the noble eightfold path indicate the spiritual practices that the buddhist can perform in order to reach nibana

Question 6

name the eight ‘rights’ of the path

Answer 6

view, intention, speech, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness, concentration