Ethics in Buddhism Flashcards
The Five Precepts describe which elements of TEP?
Right Speech, Right Action and Right Livelihood
What are the Ten Virtuous Deeds?
No:
- killing
- stealing
- sensual misconduct
- lying
- harsh speech
- tale bearing
- idle talk
- ignorance
- greed
- hatred
What are the elements of The Eightfold Path?
- Right View
- Right Intention
- Right Speech
- Right Action
- Right Livelihood
- Right Effort
- Right Mindfulness
- Right Concentration
What is an adherent?
A person who follows a religion
In Buddhism, what are the Five Precepts?
According to the Five Precepts, Buddhists should avoid:
- harming living creatures
- taking something which is not given
- sensual misconduct
- incorrect speech
- intoxicating drugs and/or alcohol that can cause carelessness
What are the Four Noble Truths?
- Suffering (Dukkha)
- Desire (Tanha)
- Overcoming suffering & desire (Nirvana)
- The Eightfold Path (TEP)
How many ethical/moral rules do Buddhist monks (bhiku) and nuns (bhikuni) have to follow?
250 for monks and 350 for nuns
What are the Three Jewels?
The Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha
What is The Eightfold Path designed to teach Buddhists?
Self-understanding and control
Which parts of The Eightfold Path relate to ethical teachings?
Right Speech, Right Action and Right Livelihood
How do action and consequence relate to the Five Precepts?
Not following a precept means that individuals/groups suffer the result of the negative actions
Is there a punishment for not following a precept?
No, but the journey to Nirvana will take longer and will be more difficult
In Buddhism, what does correct moral behaviour lead to?
Positive consequences
In Buddhism, what does incorrect moral behaviour lead to?
Negative consequences
What are the Five Precepts?
To undertake the training to refrain from:
- destroying living creatures
- taking that which is not given
- sensual misconduct
- incorrect speech
- intoxicating drinks and drugs which lead to carelessness
