Chapter 1 - Entering the Heart of the Buddha

Question 1

By what means did the Buddha liberate himself?

Answer 1

• by suffering, we can too

Question 2

While not ignoring suffering, what else should we remember to do?

Answer 2

• Enjoy the wonders of life for our sake and for all living beings

Question 3

Without suffering, can we still grow?

Answer 3

• no, we need it to get the peace and joy we deserve

Question 4

define:

Holy Truth of Suffering

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Answer 4

• we see nature of suffering and the path to liberation at the same time
• embracing it, the way to peace is revealed
• suffering in Buddhism means the kind that can show us the way out, a guide on the path